David O. Russell's Series 'Bananas' Acquired by Apple TV+

Apple TV+ has acquired a new drama series tentatively titled 'Bananas', featuring Oscar Isaac and Ana de Armas as stars and executive producers. The series, directed by David O. Russell and written by Carolina Paiz, is currently shrouded in mystery with no plot details disclosed. Despite the uncertainty surrounding its premise, the project attracted competitive bids, suggesting significant interest due to the star power involved. Oscar Isaac is known for his roles in 'Moon Knight' and 'Scenes From a Marriage', while this series marks Ana de Armas' English-language television debut. Both actors have notable upcoming film projects, with Isaac starring in Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein' and de Armas in the 'John Wick' spinoff, 'Ballerina'. Russell continues to be a prominent figure in the industry, with multiple projects in development alongside 'Bananas'.