Welcome! This is the official website for screenwriter Caitlin McCarthy. Inside you will find information about her award-winning work:
- WONDER DRUG: Feature length scientific drama of how DES (diethylstilbestrol), the world’s first drug disaster, harms the lives of a Big Pharma executive, feminist doctor, and thirtysomething newlywed across different decades. Currently in development with acclaimed independent director Tom Gilroy (SPRING FORWARD).
- RESISTANCE: Feature length historical drama about the Nazi invasion of Czechoslovakia and the horrors of Auschwitz seen through the eyes of one girl, forced to grow up quickly as she moves from the school yard to the concentration camp, working for the Resistance along the way. Currently in development with Si Wall (THE DINNER PARTY; ANGIE; MARBELLA NIGHTS).
- FREE SKATE: TV series about a teenage Olympic figure skater who joins a touring figure skating show, only to discover it's MEAN GIRLS on ice! Currently at script stage.
- CAPE COD LITE: Feature length slice-of-life comedy drama about how one young woman survives the Cape's not-so-quaint off-season.
You will also find information about Caitlin's background, awards, and press. Please check back soon for updates!
