Idris Elba is set to star in and produce his own thriller series? Say no more.
Per The Hollywood Reporter, The Harder They Fall actor has an exciting new show coming to Apple TV+. Titled Hijack, the show takes place aboard a hijacked airplane.
Elba will play Sam Nelson, an “accomplished negotiator” who tries to save the passengers on board. No further casting details or release date have been revealed. But, one thing is for sure: We’re definitely intrigued.
This is one of many projects the Luther alum has in the works with Apple TV+. Back in 2020, Elba and his production company, Green Door Pictures, signed a first-look deal with the company—where he can create and produce television/movie content for the streaming giant.
George Kay (Lupin) is set to write the upcoming show, while Jim Field Smith (Criminal) will direct. Hijack will also be produced by 60Forty Films and Kay and Smith’s Idiotlamp Productions (in association with Elba’s production company).
This is going to be goood.
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