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Entertainment · November 4, 2026

Toni Collette to Lead Apple TV Dramedy ‘Lenni’ Based on Norwegian Format

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Apple TV has greenlit a new dramedy series titled 'Lenni', starring Toni Collette in the lead role. The series is an adaptation of the Norwegian show 'Pernille' (also known as 'Pørni') and follows the life of a child welfare worker and divorced mother of two navigating a chaotic personal life. Production has already commenced in Australia. The supporting cast includes Ciarán Hinds and Dan Wyllie, while the production is being handled by Made Up Stories and Keshet International. Sarah Scheller is adapting the script for the new series.

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  • Toni Collette will star in and lead the Apple TV dramedy 'Lenni'.
  • The series is an adaptation of the Norwegian series 'Pernille'.
  • The show is being produced by Made Up Stories and Keshet International.

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  • The Norwegian series is also known locally as 'Pørni'.
  • The series has started production in Australia.
  • Sarah Scheller is adapting the series.
  • The cast includes Ciarán Hinds, Dan Wyllie, Josh McKenzie, Celeste Barber, Genevieve Hegney, Arka Das, and Wayne Blair.
  • Collette's character is a child welfare worker and divorced mother of two.
  • Made Up Stories previously produced 'Nine Perfect Strangers'.
  • Keshet International previously produced 'Homeland'.

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