Based on Edith Wharton’s 1913 novel of the same name, the story follows Undine Spragg (Johansson) in her ruthless ascension to New York high society. British playwright-screenwriter Christopher Hampton (Atonement) will adapt the novel for the screen.
The limited, eight-episode period series from Charles Finch’s Pink Sands is looking at a cable run, potentially premium, and is readying to hit the marketplace.
Though Johansson has previously worked in television, Custom of the Country marks her first major television role.
