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Entertainment · Television & streaming · published 2026-09-09 · via Variety

Netflix Greenlights Modern Retelling of 'Lonesome Dove' with Kazan and Stuart at Helm

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Netflix has ordered a new series adaptation of Larry McMurtry's novel 'Lonesome Dove,' with Zoe Kazan and Jeb Stuart serving as co-showrunners. The pair previously collaborated on Netflix's upcoming limited series 'East of Eden.' The original 1989 CBS miniseries starring Robert Duvall won multiple Emmy and Golden Globe awards.

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The adaptation rights are held by Teton Ridge Entertainment, which is backing the project based on McMurtry's 1985 Pulitzer-winning novel. Kazan and Stuart previously served as joint leads on Netflix's upcoming 'East of Eden' series.

The 1989 CBS miniseries, headlined by Robert Duvall, earned numerous Emmy and Golden Globe honors. This new iteration represents a contemporary reimagining of the classic western narrative for the streaming platform.

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This revival could introduce a beloved literary work to a new generation, potentially reshaping perceptions of the western genre for contemporary viewers. It may also solidify Kazan and Stuart's reputations as leading adapters of classic American literature, while offering a nostalgic draw for older audiences familiar with the original miniseries.

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