Starz picks up drama on gambling scandal involving Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter

Los Angeles TimesWednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:49:33 PM
  • Lionsgate has secured a deal with Starz to develop a drama centered on the gambling scandal involving Ippei Mizuhara, the former interpreter for MLB star Shohei Ohtani, after facing rejections from other media companies with ties to Major League Baseball.
  • This development highlights Starz's strategy to diversify its content offerings and capitalize on high-profile sports narratives, potentially attracting a broader audience while also addressing the growing interest in stories surrounding sports scandals.
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