'Sid & Zoey': Netflix orders teen gothic romance series

Netflix announced "Sid & Zoey," a YA gothic romance series produced by Jason Blum, as part of its growing YA slate of TV series and films.

In a competitive situation, Netflix has greenlit the YA romance series “Sid & Zoey.” The show hails from creator Jon Kasdan and writer John Shiban. Both also serve as executive producers and co-showrunners. Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Bad Robot also executive produce. Netflix has given the show an eight-episode order.

The show comes from creator Jon Kasdan and co-showrunner John Shiban, with J.J. Abrams' Bad Robot and Blumhouse Atomic Monster also involved.

Following a highly competitive development deal, Netflix has ordered Sid & Zoey, an eight-episode supernatural mystery romance YA series, from Jon Kasdan (The First Time, Willow), John Shiban (Ozark), Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Bad Robot. The series was revealed Friday as part of Netflix’s announcement of its new hub