Starz and Channel 4 will co-produce the original drama series The Couple Next Door starring Sam Heughan (Outlander), Eleanor Tomlinson (Poldark), Jessica De Gouw (Pennyworth) and Alfred Enoch (How to Get Away With Murder). Production on the 6-episode season has already begun in Leeds and Belgium.
When Evie (Tomlinson) and Pete (Enoch) move into an upscale neighborhood, they find themselves in a world of curtain twitching and status anxiety. But soon find friendship in the shape of the couple next door, alpha traffic cop Danny (Heughan) and his wife, glamorous yoga instructor Becka (De Gouw).
David Allison developed the series loosely adapted from the Dutch series New Neighbours. He will executive produce with Jo McGrath, Walter Iuzzolino, Alison Kee and director Dries Vos. Jen Burnet will serve as a producer. Eagle Eye Drama will produce.
"Sam has truly found his home at Starz as he continues to shine on our slate," said Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming, Starz. "This marks our third series with the brilliant actor and we cannot wait to see the chemistry he and Eleanor will ignite together in this provocative series."
"This series is an addictive, emotional roller-coaster with something to say about modern sexual mores, with an electrifying cast that will set our screens on fire," added Caroline Hollick, Head of Drama, Channel 4.