Greg Berlanti Discusses Decline in Peak TV Series, Challenges, and Exciting Collaborations in ‘Fly Me To The Moon’ – Exclusive Deadline Interview

Entertainment | July 9, 2024, 7:04 p.m.

At the peak of the TV industry, Greg Berlanti's career skyrocketed with 15 shows on air simultaneously, including hits like The Flash and Riverdale. This fall, he's launching his rom-com 'Fly Me to the Moon' starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum. Originally intended for streaming, the film will now make its theatrical debut Friday. In an exclusive interview, Berlanti discusses the chemistry between the leads, the touchy topic of faking the moon landing, and how contraction in TV could lead to higher-quality content. With a passion for storytelling and character development, Berlanti reflects on his diverse career, including directing 'Love, Simon,' and shares his hopes for the future of television and film. His dedication to giving back to the industry and training future talent shines through in his commitment to preserving the writers' rooms and the creative ecosystem.