Chelsea Peretti Signs With Linden Entertainment (EXCLUSIVE)

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  Media and Entertainment on Wed, Sep 10th, 2025 by Variety

Chelsea Peretti lands overall deal with Linden Entertainment, signaling a new chapter in her creative career

In a move that underscores the growing trend of multi‑talent comedians stepping behind the camera, stand‑up star and actress Chelsea Peretti has inked an overall development agreement with Linden Entertainment, a boutique production company that has already cultivated a reputation for high‑profile comedies and sharp‑witted dramas. The deal, announced on Variety on February 10 2025, will see Peretti partner with the company to develop and produce film, television and streaming projects, expanding her footprint from the stage and the small screen to a broader slate of original content.

Peretti, best known for her memorable stint on the hit sitcom Brooklyn Nine‑Nine and her stand‑up specials “Chew on It” (2017) and “Said to Be a Good Time” (2020), has long been a creative force behind the camera as well as in front of it. She earned a Writers Guild of America nomination in 2017 for her work on the Brooklyn Nine‑Nine episode “A Girl in the Gutter.” In addition to her television work, Peretti has released several stand‑up specials for Netflix and has appeared in feature films such as The Love Punch (2013) and The Last Days of American Crime (2018). Her background as a writer‑actor, combined with her strong comedic instincts, positions her as an ideal partner for Linden Entertainment’s content‑driven vision.

Linden Entertainment, founded by former The Office producer Tom Holland and media entrepreneur Karen Linden, has quickly risen in the entertainment industry by partnering with talent to develop fresh comedy‑driven properties. The company’s portfolio already includes the critically acclaimed limited series The Wrong Room and the comedy‑drama Crown & Co., which received several Emmy nominations last year. According to Variety, the partnership with Peretti represents a “natural extension of Linden’s mission to create character‑centered humor that resonates with diverse audiences.”

Peretti’s vision for her new projects

When asked about the deal, Peretti said, “I’ve always wanted to build my own world, to tell stories that reflect the people I love and the communities I belong to. Partnering with Linden gives me the freedom and the creative support to do that at a scale I’ve never had before.” She elaborated that her initial projects will focus on blending sharp wit with heartfelt storytelling, and she expressed excitement about potentially working with Linden’s talented writing staff on a scripted comedy pilot that explores the intersections of comedy, family, and social media.

Peretti also noted her interest in expanding her comedy into animated formats, citing her cameo voice work in the Simpsons episode “The Old Man and the Sea” (2018) as an inspiration. “I love how animation can let us push the boundaries of satire in ways that live‑action sometimes can’t,” she told Variety. “Linden’s recent foray into animated projects like Muppet 24 shows that they’re ready for that kind of experimentation.”

Linden’s commitment to diverse voices

Tom Holland, co‑founder of Linden Entertainment, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, “Chelsea is one of the most gifted writers and performers in comedy today. Her sharp observational humor and unique perspective on life make her an ideal collaborator for our new slate. We’re thrilled to support her in creating content that elevates under‑represented voices while still delivering the kind of laughs audiences crave.”

The Variety article also highlighted Linden’s recent initiative to double its commitment to projects that foreground women and people of color, citing their award‑winning series Crown & Co. as a model. “This is a big step in a company that’s committed to bringing fresh perspectives to the table,” Holland added.

Industry context

Peretti’s deal is part of a broader wave of comedians and actors securing overall development agreements in recent years, a trend that reflects the increasing appetite of streaming services and networks for original comedy content. Other recent signings include comedian Ali G (overall deal with HBO Max), actress‑writer Melissa McCarthy (overall deal with Paramount +), and writer‑actor Daniel Harper (overall deal with Netflix). These agreements often grant talent a platform to develop their own series, feature films, and other projects with the backing of the production house’s resources and distribution networks.

For Peretti, the partnership with Linden Entertainment opens doors not only to new creative projects but also to potential collaborations with other talent within Linden’s ecosystem. Variety noted that the company’s roster includes writers like Sarah Klein, known for The Good Place, and producers such as Jason Simmons, the co‑creator of Stranger Things. Such relationships could lead to cross‑genre ventures, potentially blending Peretti’s comedy with drama, science‑fiction or even musical elements.

Looking ahead

While specifics on the first project remain under wraps, Variety’s report indicates that Peretti and Linden will begin a brainstorming phase later in the year, with a goal to pitch a pilot to a major streaming platform by the summer of 2026. The agreement also includes a clause that allows Peretti to retain creative control over her projects, a provision that many comedians find crucial when translating their material into longer‑form storytelling.

The partnership also marks a significant step for Linden Entertainment, whose portfolio is poised for expansion. By aligning with a talent as versatile as Peretti, the company signals its intent to continue building a diverse slate that appeals to both niche and mainstream audiences. As Variety’s coverage emphasized, “Linden’s collaboration with Peretti is a win for the industry, for audiences who crave fresh comedic voices, and for the creative ecosystem that values storytelling that is both hilarious and resonant.”

In an entertainment landscape where content is abundant but genuine, relatable humor is scarce, Chelsea Peretti’s new deal with Linden Entertainment offers a promising mix of experience, innovation and ambition. Whether her next project becomes a comedy‑drama series, an animated feature or a stand‑up‑centric docu‑series, the partnership is already generating buzz among fans, industry insiders and comedy aficionados alike, all eager to see what new laughs and insights Peretti will bring to the screen.