Keshet International Joins Apple TV to Produce Dark Comedy Series Lanie
Keshet International is co-producing Apple TV's new dark comedy series "Lanie", starring award-winning actress Toni Collette. Filming is underway in Sydney.
Keshet International, the global arm of Keshet, has marked a significant new milestone by announcing its partnership in the production of the upcoming dark comedy series "Lanie", commissioned by Apple TV. Filming for the series has officially kicked off in Sydney, Australia, and the show is set to premiere on the Apple streaming platform across more than 100 countries worldwide.
"Lanie" stars award-winning actress Toni Collette, known for her acclaimed roles in "United States of Tara" and "The Sixth Sense". Collette portrays a divorced social worker and mother of two who spends her days fighting for other families while her own household remains in total chaos. The series is co-produced by Made Up Stories and Keshet International, with Keshet Media Group CEO Avi Nir and Keshet International CEO Keren Shahar serving as executive producers.
Toni Collette's Illustrious Career
Toni Collette is an accomplished Australian actress, producer, and musician renowned for her incredible acting range, spanning from independent comedies to intense dramas and psychological horror films. She first rose to prominence in the hit comedy "Muriel's Wedding", a breakthrough role that earned her a Golden Globe nomination. To prepare for the part, Collette gained approximately 18 kilograms in just seven weeks under the guidance of a dietician.
In 1999, she delivered an unforgettable performance as the mother of a boy who sees ghosts in the box-office smash "The Sixth Sense", a role that garnered her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Her extensive filmography also features acclaimed performances in the comedy-drama "Little Miss Sunshine" (2006), the psychological horror film "Hereditary" (2018), and the mystery film "Knives Out" (2019).
Acclaimed Television Roles and Personal Life
On television, Collette starred in the series "United States of Tara", where she portrayed a woman struggling with dissociative identity disorder—a complex role that won her both an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award. She has also starred in acclaimed miniseries such as "Unbelievable" and "The Staircase".
Outside of her acting career, Collette is actively involved in environmental causes and animal rights advocacy, working with organizations such as PETA, and has served as an ambassador for various humanitarian aid organizations.
