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Tom's Guide
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
New Apple TV Plus thriller starring Jessica Chastain gets release date
She's played heavily-mascaraed televangelists, stoic CIA analysts, sweet Southern socialites and an underground poker boss — now Academy Award-winning actress Jessica Chastain is adding "The Savant" to her list of memorable performances, the titular role of the upcoming crime thriller miniseries for Apple TV Plus. Inspired by an August 2019 article by Andrea Stanley, entitled "Is It Possible to Stop a Mass Shooting Before It Happens?" and published by Cosmopolitan, the limited series has Chastain playing an undercover investigator who infiltrates online hate groups in an effort to stop domestic extremists before they act,' per the show's logline. It marks the performer's first major TV role since leading 2022's "George & Tammy," in which she portrayed country-music icon Tammy Wynette. "I've played real people that I could talk to, like Maya from 'Zero Dark Thirty,'' Chastain said in a December 2023 interview with The Saturday Paper. 'A lot of people came out and claimed to be Maya from 'Zero Dark Thirty'; none of them have been [her]. I spoke to her before I played the role ... I've also played characters where I didn't have the benefit of meeting with them and working with them, like Tammy Wynette. "With 'The Savant,' I didn't feel that it was as important to get all of her mannerisms because she's undercover. I wouldn't want to look and behave exactly like her, because I want to keep her hidden.' And after much delay — the streaming service had ordered the concept from Fifth Season all the way back in March 2023 — the eight-episode series will officially premiere on Friday, September 26 with its first two installments. Individual eps will drop weekly thereafter, culminating on Friday, November 7. The "tense and thrilling" drama was created by Melissa James Gibson, an Emmy-nominated showrunner and writer known for her work on "House of Cards" and "The Americans. " Along with Chastain, the cast of "The Savant" includes Nnamdi Asomugha, Cole Doman, Jordana Spiro, Trinity Lee Shirley, Toussaint Francois Battiste, and guest star Pablo Schreiber. Andrea Stanley, who wrote the Cosmopolitan story that serves as the show's source material, is a consultant. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Tom's Guide will keep you posted on all things related to "The Savant," including teaser trailers, plot points, character details and more.
Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jessica Chastain Returns to TV as an Undercover Investigator in 'The Savant'
Jessica Chastain will soon be back on our television screens. (Thank God!) The Academy Award-winning actress is set to star in Apple TV+'s The Savant. Melissa James Gibson (Anatomy of a Scandal, House of Cards) is the showrunner, writer, and executive producer. Matthew Heineman (American Symphony) will direct and also executive produce. Here's everything we know about the forthcoming eight-episode limited series. What is The Savant about? The Savant is based on a 2019 Cosmopolitan feature by Andrea Stanley titled 'Is It Possible to Stop a Mass Shooting Before It Happens?' The story chronicles the work of an undercover investigator known as 'The Savant' who infiltrates online hate groups to stop extremists before they commit deadly crimes. Stanley is also a consultant for the series. Who is in the cast? Jessica Chastain leads the show as the titular 'Savant.' She also serves as an executive producer. Nnamdi Asomugha (Sylvie's Love) plays her husband. Additional cast members include James Badge Dale (Hightown), Cole Doman (Gossip Girl), Jordana Spiro (Ozark), Trinity Lee Shirley (Da Bottomz), and Toussaint Francois Battiste (Godfather of Harlem). Pablo Schreiber (Halo) will appear as a guest star. Can I see a sneak peek? Yes! On July 23, Apple unveiled two first-look images: When does The Savant come out? The Savant will premiere its first two episodes on September 26, 2025, on Apple TV+. After that, new episodes will drop every Friday until November 7, 2025. This story will be updated. You Might Also Like The 15 Best Organic And Clean Shampoos For Any And All Hair Types 100 Gifts That Are $50 Or Under (And Look Way More Expensive Than They Actually Are) Solve the daily Crossword
Elle
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Jessica Chastain Returns to TV as an Undercover Investigator in 'The Savant'
Jessica Chastain will soon be back on our television screens. (Thank God!) The Academy Award-winning actress is set to star in Apple TV+'s The Savant. Melissa James Gibson (Anatomy of a Scandal, House of Cards) is the showrunner, writer, and executive producer. Matthew Heineman (American Symphony) will direct and also executive produce. Here's everything we know about the forthcoming eight-episode limited series. The Savant is based on a 2019 Cosmopolitan feature by Andrea Stanley titled 'Is It Possible to Stop a Mass Shooting Before It Happens?' The story chronicles the work of an undercover investigator known as 'The Savant' who infiltrates online hate groups to stop extremists before they commit deadly crimes. Stanley is also a consultant for the series. Jessica Chastain leads the show as the titular 'Savant.' She also serves as an executive producer. Nnamdi Asomugha (Sylvie's Love) plays her husband. Additional cast members include James Badge Dale (Hightown), Cole Doman (Gossip Girl), Jordana Spiro (Ozark), Trinity Lee Shirley (Da Bottomz), and Toussaint Francois Battiste (Godfather of Harlem). Pablo Schreiber (Halo) will appear as a guest star. Yes! On July 23, Apple unveiled two first-look images: The Savant will premiere its first two episodes on September 26, 2025, on Apple TV+. After that, new episodes will drop every Friday until November 7, 2025. This story will be updated.
Time Out
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: A Night at the Oscars
The Willoughby Symphony Orchestra brings a taste of Hollywood to town with A Night at the Oscars, featuring music from blockbuster films including Spiderman, Saving Private Ryan and more. The star of the show will be one of Germany's finest violinists, Rosa Donata Milton, who returns to The Concourse Concert Hall following her spellbinding performances of Korngold's Violin Concerto in 2023. She'll join the Willoughby Symphony Choir under the baton of acclaimed conductor Dr Nicholas Milton AM, as they perform selections from Academy Award-winning soundtracks. The incredible concert will open with a tribute to the acclaimed film Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, before continuing on a cinematic journey through some of the silver screen's most illustrious soundtracks that just might move you to tears. The full line-up includes Spiderman, Forrest Gump, Hook, Schindler's List, Angels and Demons, Ladies in Lavender, The Mission, Saving Private Ryan and Amistad. You can experience the glamour of Hollywood's night of nights complete with a red carpet and photowall, where you can snap a pic with your very own Oscar – just don't forget to dress up for the occasion.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
First look unveiled: SJ Suryah's ‘Killer'
SJ Suryah is making his comeback to direction with a new film, 'Killer', where he will also be playing the lead role. He has also written the story, screenplay, and dialogues himself for the movie. 'Killer' is being made on a big scale by Suryah's own production house, Angel Studios, and Sree Gokulam Movies, led by experienced producer Gokulam Gopalan. The film is co-produced by V C Praveen and Baiju Gopalan, with Krishnamoorthy serving as Executive Producer. Preethi Asrani plays the leading lady in the movie. The first look poster showcases SJ Suryah in a fierce, stylish avatar, holding a gun in one hand and the film's leading lady, Preethi Asrani, in the other. Dressed in a red saree and holding a bouquet of roses, Preethi exudes charm and elegance. The chemistry between the lead pair instantly grabs attention. Academy Award-winning music director A R Rahman joins the project to score the music, and his inclusion underscores the importance of the film's soundtrack. 'Killer' is planned as a large-scale film and will be released in five languages, aiming to connect with audiences across India. Shooting is currently in progress, and more details on the cast and crew will be revealed soon.
