Charlie Hall, Alec Berg, a Penn State scandal ignite Netflix comedy

Netflix has greenlit a new comedy series that will see actor‑writer Charlie Hall star in and write the untitled project, with Alec Berg serving as executive producer and supervising writer under an overall deal the streamer signed earlier this year.

The series is described as a fictional comedy about a college fraternity drug ring, loosely inspired by recent allegations that a cocaine‑trafficking operation operated out of Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon off‑campus houses at Penn State. Fourteen people – current and former students and one parent – have been charged in the alleged scheme.

Hall, who is best known for his role on Apple TV’s *Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed*, will also write the series, while Berg brings experience as a writer‑producer on *Seinfeld* and as executive producer/showrunner of HBO’s *Silicon Valley* and co‑creator of *Barry*. Amy Solomon joins Berg in an executive‑producing capacity .

## Background & Context

Charlie Hall’s recent work includes a series regular spot on Apple TV’s *Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed*, though the show’s future remains uncertain. He is slated to appear in Season 4 of Mike White’s HBO series *The White Lotus*. Hall is represented by CAA and Untitled Entertainment.

Alec Berg has built a reputation in comedy, writing for *Seinfeld* and producing *Silicon Valley* before co‑creating the critically acclaimed HBO drama *Barry*, which stars Bill Hader. Berg’s new overall deal with Netflix underpins his role as supervising writer on the Hall‑led project. Berg is represented by UTA and HJTH.

The alleged cocaine‑trafficking case involves 14 individuals charged in connection with an off‑campus drug ring that reportedly operated from Sigma Chi and Delta Upsilon fraternity houses at Penn State. The case serves as a loose inspiration for the series’ premise, though the show will take a comedic angle.

## Production Details

In the new series, Hall will not only star but also craft the scripts, providing a personal touch to the storyline. Berg’s role as executive producer and supervising writer ensures a consistent comedic tone across episodes. Amy Solomon adds executive‑producing support through Berg’s banner, further shaping the show's creative direction.

The project remains untitled at this stage, with Netflix positioning it as a fresh take on campus life and its darker underbelly. While Hall’s current Apple TV show has an uncertain future, his involvement in *The White Lotus* season adds anticipation for his next appearances.

The series is expected to blend sharp humor with the weighty backdrop of real‑world allegations, offering audiences a new lens on fraternity culture.