Jodie Comer Takes Center Stage in HBO's Thriller 'The Chain'
Jodie Comer to lead HBO thriller series 'The Chain'
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Jodie Comer, known for her role in 'Killing Eve', will star in HBO's limited series 'The Chain', a thriller based on Adrian McKinty's bestselling novel. The series revolves around a mother, Rachel, whose life is turned upside down when her daughter is kidnapped, forcing her into a web of impossible choices.
- 01The series is developed by Damon Lindelof, known for his work on 'Lost' and 'The Leftovers'.
- 02The pilot script is co-written by Lindelof and Carly Wray, with a story developed alongside Breannah Gibson.
- 03HBO officially ordered the series in January 2023, indicating strong confidence in the project.
- 04Michael Ellenberg and Lindsey Springer will executive produce for Media Res, with additional producers including Shane Salerno and Joseph Iberti.
- 05Adrian McKinty, the author of the original novel, will serve as co-executive producer, ensuring fidelity to the source material.
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Jodie Comer, the Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning actress, has been cast as the lead in HBO’s upcoming limited series 'The Chain', a thriller adapted from Adrian McKinty’s bestselling novel. The story centers on Rachel, a suburban mother whose life spirals into chaos when her daughter is kidnapped. In her desperate attempt to save her child, Rachel is forced to make impossible choices that challenge her morality and resolve. The series is being developed by acclaimed writer and showrunner Damon Lindelof, known for his previous work on shows like 'Lost' and 'The Leftovers'. Lindelof, along with Carly Wray, has penned the pilot script, which expands upon the original novel's mythology. The series received an official order from HBO in January 2023, reflecting the network's commitment to the project. Executive producers include Michael Ellenberg and Lindsey Springer from Media Res, with additional contributions from Shane Salerno, Breannah Gibson, and Joseph Iberti. Notably, Adrian McKinty will also serve as co-executive producer, ensuring that the adaptation remains true to the novel's essence. Comer's previous role as assassin Villanelle in 'Killing Eve' earned her significant acclaim, and she continues to build her filmography with upcoming projects such as 'The Death of Robin Hood' and 'Stuffed'.
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