Toni Collette Re-Teams With Netflix For a New Project

Actor Toni Collette is coming back to Netflix. Having previously collaborated in the critically acclaimed and loved drama, Unbelievable on the streamer, Collette has now signed on to play the leading role in upcoming drama series, Pieces of Her, that is based on the novel by Karin Slaughter of the same name.

In Pieces of Her, a random act of violence in a sleepy Georgia town sets off an unexpected chain of events for 30-year-old Andy Oliver and her mother Laura (Collette). Desperate for answers, Andy embarks on a dangerous journey across America, drawing her towards the dark, hidden heart of her family.

The role marks one of a handful of leading television roles Collette has held throughout her career. She was most recently nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in Unbelievable.

Charlotte Stoudt will serve as writer, executive producer, and showrunner on “Pieces of Her.” Bruna Papandrea will executive produce via Made Up Stories along with Steve Hutensky and Casey Haver. Slaughter will also executive produce along with Lesli Linka Glatter, Janice Williams, Minkie Spiro, and Lesli Linka Glatter. Sprio will also direct the entire eight-episode season.