Following their recent release from prison, Todd and Julie Chrisley are reportedly in talks for a high-profile return to television. According to industry sources, the couple is pursuing a new reality series but with a significant financial demand: a minimum guarantee of several million dollars.
Multiple production entities are said to be evaluating potential projects centered on the family. However, negotiations appear to be at an impasse over compensation. One television producer, who spoke on condition of anonymity, indicated the asking price is considered prohibitive. “There’s interest, but the figures being discussed are exceptionally high,” the source stated. “The central question is whether audience appetite justifies that level of investment.”
Another insider suggested the Chrisleys are aiming for a deal starting in the range of five million dollars, with hopes that competitive bidding could drive the final number even higher. This development comes as the family re-enters public life after their legal saga concluded with a presidential pardon.
The nature of a potential show remains undecided. Producers are reportedly grappling with how to frame the family’s narrative post-incarceration. “The creative direction is everything,” explained a source familiar with the discussions. “What is the story now? Defining that is crucial to determining the project’s budget and scope.”
In a public statement last week, Todd Chrisley addressed his release while maintaining his stance on the past convictions. “A pardon does not equate to an admission of guilt,” he said during a press briefing. He expressed gratitude to his daughter, Savannah, for her advocacy during their imprisonment.
The couple’s push for a major television deal marks a bold attempt to reclaim their place in the spotlight, testing the market’s willingness to invest in their next chapter.
