NBC is closing in on its “Philanthropist,” with Brit James Purefoy in negotiations to play the lead in the midseason drama series.       

“Philanthropist,” from UMS, centers on a renegade billionaire (Purefoy) who uses his wealth, connections and power to help people in need no matter the risks or costs.

NBC brass had courted Purefoy for some time, including flying the “Rome” star from the U.K. to Los Angeles for a meeting.
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