Ronald D. Moore Signs Multi-Year Deal With Sony Pictures

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Ronald D. Moore, a name synonymous with iconic science fiction, is making a triumphant return to Sony Pictures Television. According to Deadline, Moore has signed a multi-year overall deal with the independent studio. Under this new agreement, Moore, alongside his Tall Ship Productions team and longtime collaborators Maril Davis and Ben McGinnis, will develop and produce scripted series for both cable and streaming platforms.

Moore's departure from Sony in 2020 came after a decade-long tenure marked by notable successes like Outlander for Starz and For All Mankind for Apple TV+. Even four years later, these series, which he developed and co-created, continue to thrive, spawning spinoffs like Blood of My Blood and Star City. Moore remains a guiding force as an executive producer for both the original series and their offshoots.

"This is a true homecoming, and I couldn’t be more excited to be reunited with Ron at Sony," said Katherine Pope, President of Sony Pictures Television Studios. "Ron is an unbelievable storyteller. He knows how to connect with audiences through the characters and worlds he builds – characters and worlds that are brilliant, beautiful, rich, and authentic."

Moore's recent stint at 20th Television saw him delve into the Disney canon, working on projects like a Swiss Family Robinson reboot and The Society of Explorers and Adventurers for Disney+, as well as an adaptation of A Court of Thorns and Roses for Hulu. However, none of these projects came to fruition.

Reflecting on his return to Sony, Moore expressed his enthusiasm: "I’m incredibly happy to return home to Sony Pictures Television. Creating shows with the team there has been enormously gratifying, and I’ve always been impressed by their enthusiasm and commitment to making great shows."

Before his initial tenure at Sony, Moore made significant strides at NBCUniversal, where he reimagined Battlestar Galactica. The series, which debuted in 2003, earned a Peabody Award and an Emmy for its webisodes, solidifying Moore's reputation as a visionary in the sci-fi genre.

But for many fans, Moore's journey began much earlier, aboard the starship Enterprise. He started his career on the writing staff of Star Trek: The Next Generation, where he wrote or co-wrote 27 episodes, including the two-hour series finale. This seminal work earned him a Hugo Award in 1994. Moore's connection to the Star Trek universe continued with his involvement in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, further cementing his legacy in the annals of science fiction television.

The new deal with Sony marks a significant moment for both Moore and the studio, especially as they aim to bolster their talent roster amidst competitive industry dynamics. While Shawn Ryan transitions to a deal with Netflix, Sony has secured agreements with other notable creators, ensuring a robust pipeline of new content.

As Moore steps back into the fold at Sony, fans of his work, from Star Trek to Outlander, eagerly await the new worlds and stories he will bring to life. His unparalleled ability to craft compelling narratives and complex characters promises to captivate audiences once again.