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[07/20/08 - 01:24 PM]
USA Network Announces New Cast of Characters on Its Development Slate
A slate of three new pilot scripts, COVERT AFFAIRS, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS and STIFFS, were announced today.







STIFFS (USA)
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY:
7/20/08
STATUS:
previously in development (2008-2009 season)
DEVELOPMENT STAGE:
script
DESCRIPTION:
(from USA's press release) Jack is a charming, fast-talking salesman whose life is turned upside down when he suddenly becomes a single father. Making mature, responsible choices doesn't come easy for Jack, but he decides to work nights so he can spend quality time with daughter Chloe during the day. The term nightshift takes on new meaning when Jack finds himself at the morgue transporting bodies, a job arranged by his brother Charlie -- a shy but brilliant medical examiner who continually buries his instinct that some "accidents" are in fact, murders. Soon, Jack's impetuousness forces Charlie to pursue those instincts, leading them to investigate these homicides and ensure that their victims find justice. Written and co-executive produced by Craig O'Neill (USA's "BURN NOTICE") and Jason Tracey (USA's BURN NOTICE"). Executive produced by Peter Guber ("Into the Blue," "Batman") and Elizabeth Stephen ("Brotherhood").
CREW INFORMATION:
· Craig O'Neill as CRTR/CO-EP
· Elizabeth Stephen as EP
· Jason Tracey as CRTR/CO-EP
· Peter Guber as EP
GENRE(S):
· drama
STUDIO INFORMATION:
· Mandalay Television