ABC orders 'Scruples' pilot

ABC has bought the drama pilot "Scruples" from Flame Endeavors LLC in colaboration with Warner Bros. Television. Using the Judith Krantz novel, the drama concentrates on a wealthy and effective clothing designer in a whole lot of sex, revenge and scandal. Executive producers are Bob Brush, Mel Harris, Tony Krantz, Natalie Portman and Annette Savitch. Contact Andrew Wallenstein at andrew.wallenstein@variety.com