Universal Television is developing 'Good People,' based on Natalie Baszile's 'Friends and Family'

Deadline and Variety report Universal Television is developing 'Good People,' a TV adaptation of Natalie Baszile's novel 'Friends and Family.' Marissa Jo Cerar is attached to write, Gina Prince-Bythewood is set to direct a potential pilot, and Mary J. Blige is attached to executive produce. Set in Northern California, the story follows two friends whose families are shaken by an affair and a police confrontation involving one friend's adopted Black son.