Orie Productions has greenlit The Run Club, a new scripted vertical series created by filmmaker and celebrity ghostwriter Ardre Orie. Roderick “Rod” Minger and Karon Joseph Riley are attached to star and serve as producers. The Atlanta-based production is scheduled to begin filming in January 2026.
The series follows Emmerson Carson, whose personal life takes an unexpected turn, forcing him to rethink his future. As he attempts to start over, he navigates complicated romantic relationships, tested friendships, and the challenges of balancing love, loyalty, desire, and personal identity.
Centered on men confronting their most vulnerable moments, The Run Club examines the complexities of modern relationships and the compromises people make along the way.
“Relationships are where so much of our identity gets negotiated,” said Orie. “The Run Club gives us room to explore identity through characters who love deeply and still get things wrong.”
Developed specifically for social media audiences, the vertical scripted series combines immediate dramatic stakes with character-driven storytelling designed to encourage conversation.
Orie also highlighted the importance of Minger and Riley’s involvement beyond their acting roles, noting that their experience and perspectives will help shape the series and its characters.
Atlanta will serve as both the production’s home and a central part of its creative identity. According to Orie, the city’s entrepreneurial energy, cultural influence, and thriving creative community make it an ideal setting for developing original stories.
Minger’s acting credits include Survivor’s Remorse, The Game, Don’t Bring Your Man to Atlanta, and Sidepiece. Named ACE Honors’ Breakout Actor of the Year, he also has hosting experience with SEC Nation, the Atlanta Hawks, and Disney Cruise Line.
Riley’s television credits include The Black Hamptons, Ambitions, American Soul, Saints & Sinners, Mann & Wife, and Miss Governor. His film credits include Universal’s Little, The Last Punch, in which he portrayed Muhammad Ali, as well as the independent features White Bricks and Raised by Pain.
The greenlight marks another step in Orie Productions’ expanding scripted slate and its commitment to developing original stories that connect directly with audiences.
ABOUT ORIE PRODUCTIONS
Orie Productions is the film and storytelling division of The House of Orie, founded by filmmaker and celebrity ghostwriter Ardre Orie. The company develops original projects across narrative film, scripted television, documentaries, and theater, with an emphasis on human complexity, cultural perspectives, and emotionally compelling storytelling.
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