Renée Zellweger is set to star in and executive produce the TV adaptation 'Jane Smith' based on James Patterson and Mike Lupica's novel '12 Months To Live.' The legal thriller follows a defense attorney facing a terminal brain tumor while working on a crucial case. The series, set at Max, is produced by Skydance TV and MGM Television, with Miki Johnson as showrunner. The adaptation hints at potential sequels following the success of the book. Zellweger's involvement showcases her return to television in a high-stakes legal drama.