An intense espionage drama with incredible performance and a thrilling storyline is always what we are waiting for and that’s just what we got in FX’s latest series The Veil. Created by Peaky Blinders‘ Steven Knight, The Veil follows the story of two women traveling from Istanbul to Paris and London as one is hiding a dangerous secret while the other is on a mission to expose it before thousands of lives are lost. The Veil stars Elisabeth Moss in the lead role with Yumna Marwan, Josh Charles, Dali Benssalah, Joana Ribeiro, and James Purefoy starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the heart-pumping thrill ride of lies and deception in The Veil here are some similar shows you could check out next.
Killing Eve Credit – BBC America
Killing Eve is an espionage thriller and black comedy series created by Fleabag’s Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Based on a...
Killing Eve Credit – BBC America
Killing Eve is an espionage thriller and black comedy series created by Fleabag’s Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Based on a...
- 5/1/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
The genre-bending detective fiction series that is quickly becoming everybody’s favorite of the year is Sugar. The Apple TV+ series created by Mark Protosevich is set in Los Angeles and it follows the story of a private detective John Sugar as he is hired by a big-time film producer Jonathan Siegel to find his missing granddaughter Olivia. While, trying to find Olivia, Sugar stumbles into something far more dangerous than he could have anticipated. Sugar stars Colin Farrell in the lead role with Amy Ryan, James Cromwell, Sydney Chandler, Nate Corddry, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, and Dennis Boutsikaris starring in supporting roles. If you loved the mystery and thrill of Sugar here are some similar shows you could check out next.
Perry Mason (Max & Prime Video Add-On) Credit – HBO
Perry Mason is a neo-noir crime drama series created by Rolin Jones and Ron Fitzgerald. Based on a character from Erle Stanley Gardner...
Perry Mason (Max & Prime Video Add-On) Credit – HBO
Perry Mason is a neo-noir crime drama series created by Rolin Jones and Ron Fitzgerald. Based on a character from Erle Stanley Gardner...
- 4/29/2024
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
Alien and Aliens are two of the most highly respected and beloved sci-fi horror films ever made… and all of the films that have followed have either been divisive in one way or another, or just flat-out poorly received. One of the least popular entries in the franchise is the 1997 installment Alien: Resurrection (watch it Here), which put some fans off with its wild and weird tone and its crazy ideas. Decades down the line, Alien: Resurrection director Jean-Pierre Jeunet is currently doing the press rounds to promote a theatrical re-release of his very popular 2001 romantic comedy Amélie, and JoBlo’s own Tyler Nichols took the opportunity to ask him about the making of his Alien sequel. Here’s how it went:
Tyler Nichols: I’m also a big horror fan, so I have to ask you about your work on Alien: Resurrection. Because I still think of the underwater...
Tyler Nichols: I’m also a big horror fan, so I have to ask you about your work on Alien: Resurrection. Because I still think of the underwater...
- 2/2/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Roma Downey is an actress, producer and New York Times bestselling author. She is perhaps most famous for her captivating role where she portrayed the angel Monica on the hit CBS American drama series Touched by an Angel.
Roma Downey Biography: Age, Early Life, Family, Education
Roma Downey was born on May 6, 1960 (Roma Downey age: 63) in Derry, Northern Ireland, which is located in the Bogside district. She is named after her two grandmothers, Ro, derived from her grandmother Rosa, and Ma, named after her second grandmother Mary. Her mother tragically perished from a heart attack when Downey was just ten years old and her father was taken from her when she was 20.
Downey attended Thornhill College, a Catholic school for girls. Initially, Downey expressed interest in becoming a painter while earning herself a Bachelor of Arts at Brighton College of Art. She then went on to study acting in London...
Roma Downey Biography: Age, Early Life, Family, Education
Roma Downey was born on May 6, 1960 (Roma Downey age: 63) in Derry, Northern Ireland, which is located in the Bogside district. She is named after her two grandmothers, Ro, derived from her grandmother Rosa, and Ma, named after her second grandmother Mary. Her mother tragically perished from a heart attack when Downey was just ten years old and her father was taken from her when she was 20.
Downey attended Thornhill College, a Catholic school for girls. Initially, Downey expressed interest in becoming a painter while earning herself a Bachelor of Arts at Brighton College of Art. She then went on to study acting in London...
- 7/24/2023
- by Trevor Hanuka
- Uinterview
According to his fellow costar Rosie O’Donnell, American Gigolo lead Jon Bernthal was more than pleased that Showtime’s neo-noir crime drama was a one-and-done series.
“Jon Bernthal was not happy with the show, and it was very clear,” the actress and former daytime talk show host told The Hollywood Reporter in a recent interview. “It’s difficult to work that way on a set. He was never happy that he was playing a gigolo. And I’m like, ‘Well, it’s called American Gigolo.'”
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“Jon Bernthal was not happy with the show, and it was very clear,” the actress and former daytime talk show host told The Hollywood Reporter in a recent interview. “It’s difficult to work that way on a set. He was never happy that he was playing a gigolo. And I’m like, ‘Well, it’s called American Gigolo.'”
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- 6/15/2023
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
Network: Showtime
Episodes: Eight (hour)
Seasons: One
TV show dates: September 11, 2022 -- October 30, 2022
Series status: Cancelled
Performers include: Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, Leland Orser, Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters.
TV show description:
A romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show is based on the 1980 film of the same name which was written and directed by Paul Schrader. This series was developed by David Hollander.
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Episodes: Eight (hour)
Seasons: One
TV show dates: September 11, 2022 -- October 30, 2022
Series status: Cancelled
Performers include: Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, Leland Orser, Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters.
TV show description:
A romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show is based on the 1980 film of the same name which was written and directed by Paul Schrader. This series was developed by David Hollander.
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- 2/1/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Julian's past is going to be tough to escape in the first season of the American Gigolo TV show on Showtime. As we all know, Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like American Gigolo is cancelled or renewed for season two. Unfortunately, most of us do not live in Nielsen households. Because many viewers feel frustrated when their viewing habits and opinions aren't considered, we invite you to rate all of the first season episodes of American Gigolo here. *Status Update Below.
A Showtime romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in Los Angeles in the present day, the story follows...
A Showtime romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in Los Angeles in the present day, the story follows...
- 1/31/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Vulture Watch
Life on the outside might not be much easier for Julian. Has the American Gigolo TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Showtime? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of American Gigolo, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
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Airing on the Showtime cable channel, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in Los Angeles in the present day, the story follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal) 15 years after he was wrongfully arrested and convicted for...
Life on the outside might not be much easier for Julian. Has the American Gigolo TV show been cancelled or renewed for a second season on Showtime? The television vulture is watching all the latest cancellation and renewal news, so this page is the place to track the status of American Gigolo, season two. Bookmark it, or subscribe for the latest updates. Remember, the television vulture is watching your shows. Are you?
What's This TV Show About?
Airing on the Showtime cable channel, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in Los Angeles in the present day, the story follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal) 15 years after he was wrongfully arrested and convicted for...
- 1/31/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
While some are upset that networks produce a lot of remakes and reboots these days, it's increasingly difficult to get viewers even to give new series a chance. The American Gigolo series is based on a 1980 film, but it's hard to imagine that many below the age of 40 have heard of it. Will some kind of name recognition help this new Showtime series survive? Will American Gigolo be cancelled or renewed for season two? Stay tuned. *Status Update Below.
A romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in Los Angeles in the present day, the story follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal) 15 years after he was wrongfully arrested and...
A romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in Los Angeles in the present day, the story follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal) 15 years after he was wrongfully arrested and...
- 1/31/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The new drama series "American Gigolo", developed by David Hollander, based on the 1980 feature written, directed by Paul Schrader, starring Jon Bernthal as 'Julian Kaye', with Gretchen Mol, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle and Leland Orser, has been canceled after one season on Showtime:
"...'Julian Kaye', 15 years after being wrongfully arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in modern-day Los Angeles, seeks the truth about the frame up that sent him to prison, until he can reconnect with his love, 'Michelle'..."
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"...'Julian Kaye', 15 years after being wrongfully arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in modern-day Los Angeles, seeks the truth about the frame up that sent him to prison, until he can reconnect with his love, 'Michelle'..."
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- 1/31/2023
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Julian Kaye's story won't continue. Showtime has cancelled the American Gigolo series so we won't see a second season. The program is based on the 1980 feature film of the same name, and the first season of eight episodes concluded in October.
A romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in present-day Los Angeles, the story follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal) 15 years after he was wrongfully arrested and convicted for murder. He's now been released from prison and must navigate complicated relationships with his former lover Michelle (Mol), his troubled mother, and the people who betrayed him. While Julian struggles to reconcile the escort he was...
A romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in present-day Los Angeles, the story follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal) 15 years after he was wrongfully arrested and convicted for murder. He's now been released from prison and must navigate complicated relationships with his former lover Michelle (Mol), his troubled mother, and the people who betrayed him. While Julian struggles to reconcile the escort he was...
- 1/31/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Ahead of the Showtime and Paramount+ merger, Paramount Global is cleaning house. “American Gigolo” and “Let the Right One In,” two drama series that premiered last year, have been canceled at the channel, IndieWire has confirmed.
In addition, Showtime will no longer be proceeding with the series “Three Women,” starring Shailene Woodley, Betty Gilpin, DeWanda Wise, and Gabrielle Creevy. The series, which finished principal production, will be shopped to other outlets, and “American Gigolo” and “Let the Right One In” are also reportedly being shopped.
Paramount Global announced the integration of Showtime into Paramount+ across both streaming and linear television on January 30, revealing it will occur “later this year.” Rather than just offering Showtime on the Paramount+ app, Showtime Ott and Showtime linear will be rebranded to “Paramount+ with Showtime,” and the Showtime Ott and Anytime apps will be shut down, IndieWire is told. Showtime was previously made available on...
In addition, Showtime will no longer be proceeding with the series “Three Women,” starring Shailene Woodley, Betty Gilpin, DeWanda Wise, and Gabrielle Creevy. The series, which finished principal production, will be shopped to other outlets, and “American Gigolo” and “Let the Right One In” are also reportedly being shopped.
Paramount Global announced the integration of Showtime into Paramount+ across both streaming and linear television on January 30, revealing it will occur “later this year.” Rather than just offering Showtime on the Paramount+ app, Showtime Ott and Showtime linear will be rebranded to “Paramount+ with Showtime,” and the Showtime Ott and Anytime apps will be shut down, IndieWire is told. Showtime was previously made available on...
- 1/30/2023
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
Though production on the Shailene Woodley-led drama “Three Women” has already been completed, the series will no longer premiere on Showtime, which has also decided not to renew “Let the Right One In” and “American Gigolo.” The three series are the first known casualties as Paramount moves the Showtime brand moves under the purview of Paramount+ and reprioritizes its content.
Paramount CEO Bob Bakish announced on Monday that Showtime’s cable network would be renamed to “Paramount+ With Showtime” while its streaming service would collapse into Paramount+, noting that the company “will divert investment away from areas that are underperforming and that account for less than 10 of our views. We have already begun conversations with our production partners about what content makes sense moving forward and which shows have franchise potential.”
Adapted from Lisa Taddeo’s novel of the same name, “Three Women” landed at Showtime after a competitive bidding war.
Paramount CEO Bob Bakish announced on Monday that Showtime’s cable network would be renamed to “Paramount+ With Showtime” while its streaming service would collapse into Paramount+, noting that the company “will divert investment away from areas that are underperforming and that account for less than 10 of our views. We have already begun conversations with our production partners about what content makes sense moving forward and which shows have franchise potential.”
Adapted from Lisa Taddeo’s novel of the same name, “Three Women” landed at Showtime after a competitive bidding war.
- 1/30/2023
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
If Striking Distance Studios’ “Mastering Horror” docuseries wasn’t enough to tide you over until the release of The Callisto Protocol, then how about a horror podcast prequel? That’s exactly what you’re getting with Helix Station, a six-part series starring Gwendoline Christie, Kevin Durand and Michael Ironside. The first two episodes are out now.
Showrun and directed by Willie Block and Jake Emanuel, Helix Station takes place in the year 2320 (the same year as The Callisto Protocol), and centres around two skip tracers, Percy (Christie) and Kane (Ironside), as hunt down bounties. The pair eventually find their ship commandeered by Black Iron Prison officer Metzger (Kevin Durand), and soon find themselves in a once-in-a-lifetime job on Helix Station, hunting down a dangerous escaped criminal. Of course, the duo eventually learn that the derelict metropolis holds dark secrets about the true nature of the United Jupiter Company.
“We’ve...
Showrun and directed by Willie Block and Jake Emanuel, Helix Station takes place in the year 2320 (the same year as The Callisto Protocol), and centres around two skip tracers, Percy (Christie) and Kane (Ironside), as hunt down bounties. The pair eventually find their ship commandeered by Black Iron Prison officer Metzger (Kevin Durand), and soon find themselves in a once-in-a-lifetime job on Helix Station, hunting down a dangerous escaped criminal. Of course, the duo eventually learn that the derelict metropolis holds dark secrets about the true nature of the United Jupiter Company.
“We’ve...
- 11/7/2022
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
Striking Distance Studios, a Krafton, Inc. studio, today announced the launch of Helix Station a six-part sci-fi horror podcast prequel to the highly anticipated video game “The Callisto Protocol.” The podcast, starring Emmy-nominated actress Gwendoline Christie, takes fans deep into the world of Black Iron Prison and The United Jupiter Company before the game releases worldwide for PC and Consoles on December 2, 2022. The first two episodes of “Helix Station” are available now, with new episodes launching weekly in November wherever podcasts are available.
“‘Helix Station’ is a dark, thrilling piece of science fiction horror,” Gwendoline Christie said. “It was amazing to work with the team at Striking Distance Studios to bring the character Percy to life and lay the narrative foundation for ‘The Callisto Protocol.’”
“Helix Station” follows two of the most feared skip tracers in the Jovian system, Percy (Gwendoline Christie) and Kane (Michael Ironside), as they take on...
“‘Helix Station’ is a dark, thrilling piece of science fiction horror,” Gwendoline Christie said. “It was amazing to work with the team at Striking Distance Studios to bring the character Percy to life and lay the narrative foundation for ‘The Callisto Protocol.’”
“Helix Station” follows two of the most feared skip tracers in the Jovian system, Percy (Gwendoline Christie) and Kane (Michael Ironside), as they take on...
- 11/4/2022
- Podnews.net
Julian's past is going to be tough to escape in the first season of the American Gigolo TV show on Showtime. As we all know, the Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like American Gigolo is cancelled or renewed for season two. Unfortunately, most of us do not live in Nielsen households. Because many viewers feel frustrated when their viewing habits and opinions aren't considered, we invite you to rate all of the first season episodes of American Gigolo here.
A Showtime romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in Los Angeles in the present day, the story follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal)...
A Showtime romance and crime drama series, the American Gigolo TV show stars Jon Bernthal, Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters. Set in Los Angeles in the present day, the story follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal)...
- 9/12/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
There’s little point in comparing Showtime’s “American Gigolo” with the cult film of the same name — the new series borrows the basic premise of Paul Schrader’s exceptionally stylish neo-noir, along with a few characters, then sets them adrift in a rote crime drama. Where the original “American Gigolo” captured the excess of the 1980s while presenting a captivating portrait of loneliness, its supposed sequel struggles to find purpose or even settle on a tone in its first three episodes.
So, thank God and/or casting director Wendy O’Brien for placing Jon Bernthal, who’s already turned in one extraordinarily kinetic performance this year, at the center of this otherwise meandering murder mystery. The “We Own This City” actor leads the series as Julian Kaye, a sex worker who’s wrongfully convicted for murder, imprisoned for 15 years, and exonerated — all in the hourlong series premiere. This too recalls the film’s narrative,...
So, thank God and/or casting director Wendy O’Brien for placing Jon Bernthal, who’s already turned in one extraordinarily kinetic performance this year, at the center of this otherwise meandering murder mystery. The “We Own This City” actor leads the series as Julian Kaye, a sex worker who’s wrongfully convicted for murder, imprisoned for 15 years, and exonerated — all in the hourlong series premiere. This too recalls the film’s narrative,...
- 9/11/2022
- by Danette Chavez
- The Wrap
“American Gigolo,” Showtime’s “present-day reimagining” of Paul Schrader’s 1980 erotic drama of the same name, first began as an idea gestating at Jerry Bruckheimer Television in 2014. According to executive producer Jonathan Littman, the show — which stars Jon Bernthal in the role originated by Richard Gere — once had Jared Leto attached to play the suave, high-end escort.
Not entirely a reboot and certainly not a remake, the series picks up 15 years after Julian Kaye (Bernthal) was framed for a murder he didn’t commit. Following his exoneration, Julian must once navigate the treacherous world of L.A. elites, all the while navigating who betrayed him in the first place.
Read on to find out where, when and how to watch “American Gigolo”:
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Jon Bernthal Smolders in New Trailer for Showtime’s ‘American Gigolo’ (Video) Is “American Gigolo” Streaming?
There are a couple of ways to watch the eight-episode Paramount Television Studios series,...
Not entirely a reboot and certainly not a remake, the series picks up 15 years after Julian Kaye (Bernthal) was framed for a murder he didn’t commit. Following his exoneration, Julian must once navigate the treacherous world of L.A. elites, all the while navigating who betrayed him in the first place.
Read on to find out where, when and how to watch “American Gigolo”:
Also Read:
Jon Bernthal Smolders in New Trailer for Showtime’s ‘American Gigolo’ (Video) Is “American Gigolo” Streaming?
There are a couple of ways to watch the eight-episode Paramount Television Studios series,...
- 9/9/2022
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Gabriel Labelle (The Fabelmans), Conor Sherry (The Terminal List) and Mika Abdalla (Sex Appeal) will lead the cast of coming-of-age comedy The Snack Shack, which Adam Carter Rehmeier (Dinner in America) wrote and is directing for the collective emerging filmmakers label of MRC Film and T-Street.
The film currently in production in Nebraska is a story about two best friends in 1991 Nebraska City who unexpectedly win the silent auction to run the swimming pool snack shack. The snack shack then becomes the long summer’s epicenter of misdemeanors, personal discovery and budding romance.
Jordan Foley, Ben Cornwell and Nick Smith are producing for Paperclip Ltd, alongside Ben LeClair of T-Street, with Paperclips’ Yeardley Smith serving as executive producer.
“Everyone has the summer that was crucial to their own coming-of-age story. This film explores a beautiful sweet spot, a period in time where kids were still very autonomous and free-range in the summer,...
The film currently in production in Nebraska is a story about two best friends in 1991 Nebraska City who unexpectedly win the silent auction to run the swimming pool snack shack. The snack shack then becomes the long summer’s epicenter of misdemeanors, personal discovery and budding romance.
Jordan Foley, Ben Cornwell and Nick Smith are producing for Paperclip Ltd, alongside Ben LeClair of T-Street, with Paperclips’ Yeardley Smith serving as executive producer.
“Everyone has the summer that was crucial to their own coming-of-age story. This film explores a beautiful sweet spot, a period in time where kids were still very autonomous and free-range in the summer,...
- 9/7/2022
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Plot: Follows Julian Kaye after his wrongful conviction release from 15 years in prison as he navigates his complicated relationships with his former lover Michelle, his troubled mother, and the people who betrayed him. While Julian struggles to reconcile the escort he was in the past and the man he is today, Detective Sunday seeks the truth about the murder that sent Julian to prison all those years ago, unearthing a much larger conspiracy along the way.
Review: Paul Schrader’s 1980 drama American Gigolo is primarily remembered for two things: serving as the film that launched Richard Gere to stardom and for featuring Blondie’s hit song “Call Me” as its main theme. In the four decades since it premiered, American Gigolo has remained a well-regarded yet underseen film that helped define the look and style of 80s films and culture. While Schrader’s film is certainly worth a look, it...
Review: Paul Schrader’s 1980 drama American Gigolo is primarily remembered for two things: serving as the film that launched Richard Gere to stardom and for featuring Blondie’s hit song “Call Me” as its main theme. In the four decades since it premiered, American Gigolo has remained a well-regarded yet underseen film that helped define the look and style of 80s films and culture. While Schrader’s film is certainly worth a look, it...
- 9/7/2022
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Jon Bernthal takes on the lead role in Showtime’s American Gigolo, a dramatic series that’s a reimagining of the R-rated film released in 1980 and starring Richard Gere. The new series moves the story forward to the present day but the show’s official trailer pays homage to the original movie with the inclusion of “Call Me” by Blondie from the film’s soundtrack.
Season one also stars Gretchen Mol (Boardwalk Empire), Rosie O’Donnell (The L Word), Lizzie Brocheré (Falling Water), Gabriel Labelle (Dead Shack), and Leland Orser (Ray Donovan). Wayne Brady (The Wayne Brady Show), Alex Fernandez (Runaways), Sandrine Holt (House of Cards), Yolonda Ross (The Chi) and Melora Walters (Pen15) guest star.
Season one premieres on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at 9pm Et/Pt, with an early release on Friday, Sept. 9th on streaming and on demand. New episodes of the eight-episode first season will follow the same pattern...
Season one also stars Gretchen Mol (Boardwalk Empire), Rosie O’Donnell (The L Word), Lizzie Brocheré (Falling Water), Gabriel Labelle (Dead Shack), and Leland Orser (Ray Donovan). Wayne Brady (The Wayne Brady Show), Alex Fernandez (Runaways), Sandrine Holt (House of Cards), Yolonda Ross (The Chi) and Melora Walters (Pen15) guest star.
Season one premieres on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at 9pm Et/Pt, with an early release on Friday, Sept. 9th on streaming and on demand. New episodes of the eight-episode first season will follow the same pattern...
- 9/4/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
"American Gigolo" is a new dramatic TV series developed by David Hollander, based on the 1980 film of the same name written and directed by Paul Schrader, starring Jon Bernthal as 'Julian Kaye', Gretchen Mol, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle and Leland Orser, premiering September 9, 2022 on Showtime:
"...'Julian Kaye', 15 years after being wrongfully arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in modern-day Los Angeles, seeks the truth about the frame up that sent him to prison, until he can reconnect with his love, 'Michelle'..."
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"...'Julian Kaye', 15 years after being wrongfully arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in modern-day Los Angeles, seeks the truth about the frame up that sent him to prison, until he can reconnect with his love, 'Michelle'..."
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- 8/28/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
"American Gigolo" is a new dramatic TV series developed by David Hollander, based on the 1980 film of the same name written and directed by Paul Schrader, starring Jon Bernthal as 'Julian Kaye', Gretchen Mol, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle and Leland Orser, premiering September 9, 2022 on Showtime:
"...'Julian Kaye', 15 years after being wrongfully arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in modern-day Los Angeles, seeks the truth about the frame up that sent him to prison, until he can reconnect with his love, 'Michelle'..."
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"...'Julian Kaye', 15 years after being wrongfully arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in modern-day Los Angeles, seeks the truth about the frame up that sent him to prison, until he can reconnect with his love, 'Michelle'..."
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- 8/23/2022
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Over 30 years after "American Gigolo" launched Richard Gere's career, the film is getting a TV adaptation with another suave leading man in the starring role. Jon Bernthal is taking over the reins as Julian Kaye, a former male escort who spent years being the object of affection until a murder charge landed him in prison. The series almost works as a direct sequel to the original film: picking up 15 years later, Julian is exonerated when new evidence comes to light proving he did not commit the murder that got him put away. But while trying to get back into his old scene, he realizes that picking up where he left off isn't as simple as he'd like. So he does as TV characters so often do, and gets to work trying to solve the murder himself.
Per the synopsis, Julian must navigate "his complicated relationships with his former lover...
Per the synopsis, Julian must navigate "his complicated relationships with his former lover...
- 8/18/2022
- by Shania Russell
- Slash Film
"Somebody set me up… It's not over!!" Showtime has revealed the second trailer for American Gigolo, a new streaming series remake of the 1980 film of the same name. The first trailer was quite impressive and totally sold me, this one adds to that buzz. This series stars the ultimate suave guy Jon Bernthal, taking on the very same role that was played by Richard Gere in the original film. Showtime's American Gigolo is a present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film. Julian Kaye has always been an object of desire, so much so that people are willing to destroy him in order to have him. Exonerated, after 15 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit, he now faces the challenge of picking up the pieces as the detective who put him behind bars tries to unravel the mystery that led to his wrongful incarceration. Also with Gretchen Mol, Gabriel Labelle,...
- 8/18/2022
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
American Gigolo is coming to Showtime in September. Based on the 1980 movie of the same name, the series will star Jon Bernthal as Julian Kayes, a man who's just been released from prison 15 years after a wrongful conviction. The eight-episode series will also star Gretchen Mol, Rosie O'Donnell, Lizzie Brocheré, Gabriel Labelle, and Leland Orser. Guests include Wayne Brady, Alex Fernandez, Sandrine Holt, Yolonda Ross, and Melora Walters.
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- 7/15/2022
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
"I would never mess around with people that powerful." Showtime has revealed the full-length trailer for American Gigolo, a new streaming series remake of the 1980 film of the same name. This series stars the ultimate suave guy Jon Bernthal, who is pretty much perfect casting for the same role that was played by Richard Gere in the original film. Showtime's American Gigolo is a present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film. Julian Kaye has always been an object of desire, so much so that people are willing to destroy him in order to have him. Exonerated, after 15 years in prison for a murder he didn’t commit, he now faces the challenge of picking up the pieces as the detective who put him behind bars tries to unravel the mystery that led to his wrongful incarceration. Also starring Gretchen Mol, Gabriel Labelle, Lizzie Brocheré, and Leland Orser. This is a fantastic trailer!
- 7/14/2022
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
The life of an American Gigolo isn't as easy as one might think.
Forty-two years after Richard Gere made an impression with theater-goers as gigolo Julian Kaye, it's Jon Bernthal's time at the wheel.
American Gigolo is present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film, but it's hard not to notice the similarities between Gere and Berenthal.
The American Gigolo has a specific look, and we can't wait to see what Bernthal does with the role.
The series follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal) after his wrongful conviction and release from 15 years in prison.
He'll be navigating his complicated relationships with his former lover Michelle (Gretchen Mol), his troubled mother, and the people who betrayed him.
While Julian struggles to reconcile the escort he was in the past and the man he is today, Detective Sunday (Rosie O'Donnell) seeks the truth about the murder that sent Julian to prison all those years ago.
Forty-two years after Richard Gere made an impression with theater-goers as gigolo Julian Kaye, it's Jon Bernthal's time at the wheel.
American Gigolo is present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film, but it's hard not to notice the similarities between Gere and Berenthal.
The American Gigolo has a specific look, and we can't wait to see what Bernthal does with the role.
The series follows Julian Kaye (Bernthal) after his wrongful conviction and release from 15 years in prison.
He'll be navigating his complicated relationships with his former lover Michelle (Gretchen Mol), his troubled mother, and the people who betrayed him.
While Julian struggles to reconcile the escort he was in the past and the man he is today, Detective Sunday (Rosie O'Donnell) seeks the truth about the murder that sent Julian to prison all those years ago.
- 7/14/2022
- by Carissa Pavlica
- TVfanatic
Sex sells, but murder is where the real money is.
Jon Bernthal stars as Julian Kaye, an ex-escort who sets out to exonerate himself after serving 15 years for a murder charge for the death of his former client. Kaye finds former lover Michelle (Gretchen Mol) for answers, while Detective Sunday (Rosie O’Donnell) tries to piece together what really happened at the crime scene.
The Showtime series reimagines the Kaye character originated by Richard Gere in Paul Schrader’s 1980 film “American Gigolo.”
The drama also stars Lizzie Brocheré as Isabelle, the heiress to a ring of sex workers; Gabriel Labelle as Johnny, a younger version of Julian; Leland Orser as Richard Stratton, a self-made tech billionaire; and guest star Wayne Brady as Julian’s best friend and mentor, Lorenzo.
Lead star Bernthal previously told GQ that he was even surprised to be cast in the lead role for the upcoming series.
Jon Bernthal stars as Julian Kaye, an ex-escort who sets out to exonerate himself after serving 15 years for a murder charge for the death of his former client. Kaye finds former lover Michelle (Gretchen Mol) for answers, while Detective Sunday (Rosie O’Donnell) tries to piece together what really happened at the crime scene.
The Showtime series reimagines the Kaye character originated by Richard Gere in Paul Schrader’s 1980 film “American Gigolo.”
The drama also stars Lizzie Brocheré as Isabelle, the heiress to a ring of sex workers; Gabriel Labelle as Johnny, a younger version of Julian; Leland Orser as Richard Stratton, a self-made tech billionaire; and guest star Wayne Brady as Julian’s best friend and mentor, Lorenzo.
Lead star Bernthal previously told GQ that he was even surprised to be cast in the lead role for the upcoming series.
- 7/14/2022
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Who’s up for a date with American Gigolo?
Showtime’s series reboot of the 1980 movie will premiere on Sunday, Sept. 11, at 9/8c, the premium cabler announced Thursday. The network also released a trailer that gives us our first extended look at Jon Bernthal (The Punisher) as Julian Kaye, the role Richard Gere originated in the film.
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The series follows Julian after he...
Showtime’s series reboot of the 1980 movie will premiere on Sunday, Sept. 11, at 9/8c, the premium cabler announced Thursday. The network also released a trailer that gives us our first extended look at Jon Bernthal (The Punisher) as Julian Kaye, the role Richard Gere originated in the film.
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- 7/14/2022
- by Kimberly Roots
- TVLine.com
Showtime has released the official trailer for its upcoming drama series “American Gigolo,” starring Jon Bernthal (“We Own This City”) as Julian Kaye.
The eight-episode present-day reimagining of the 1980 film follows Kaye after his wrongful conviction release (after spending 15 years in prison) as he navigates his complicated relationships with his former lover Michelle (Gretchen Mol), his troubled mother, and the people who betrayed him. While our protagonist struggles to reconcile the escort he was in the past and the man he is today, Detective Sunday (Rosie O’Donnell) seeks the truth about the murder that sent Julian to prison all those years ago, unearthing a much larger conspiracy along the way.
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The eight-episode present-day reimagining of the 1980 film follows Kaye after his wrongful conviction release (after spending 15 years in prison) as he navigates his complicated relationships with his former lover Michelle (Gretchen Mol), his troubled mother, and the people who betrayed him. While our protagonist struggles to reconcile the escort he was in the past and the man he is today, Detective Sunday (Rosie O’Donnell) seeks the truth about the murder that sent Julian to prison all those years ago, unearthing a much larger conspiracy along the way.
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- 7/14/2022
- by Brandon Katz
- The Wrap
The latest classic movie to be reimagined as a prestige TV show is “American Gigolo,” Paul Schrader’s 1980 thriller about a male escort accused of murder. While many cinephiles are looking forward to seeing what Showtime can do with the material, Paul Schrader is not one of them. The director recently took to his always-colorful Facebook page to disavow the series and emphasize that he has no involvement with it.
“After the Showtime trailer appeared online I’ve been asked if I am involved,” Schrader wrote. “The answser (sic) is No.”
Schrader revealed that has long been opposed to updating his most iconic films, as he feels that they are products of specific eras and only make sense in the contexts in which they were made.
“Some years ago I received a call from Paramount asking about remaking ‘American Gigolo’ as a series,” he wrote. “I replied that I thought...
“After the Showtime trailer appeared online I’ve been asked if I am involved,” Schrader wrote. “The answser (sic) is No.”
Schrader revealed that has long been opposed to updating his most iconic films, as he feels that they are products of specific eras and only make sense in the contexts in which they were made.
“Some years ago I received a call from Paramount asking about remaking ‘American Gigolo’ as a series,” he wrote. “I replied that I thought...
- 6/4/2022
- by Christian Zilko
- Indiewire
Julian Kaye just wants to escape himself.
Jon Bernthal stars as the iconic male escort character originated by Richard Gere in Paul Schrader’s 1980 film “American Gigolo.” The Showtime series reimagining of the famed feature is set in the present day, with Julian (Bernthal) trying to decipher why he was framed and wrongfully convicted for murder.
“I can always just be this other guy,” Bernthal as Julian says in the teaser trailer. “This guy isn’t scary. I jumped in water and then I washed him off. And then I get to be me.”
Julian is a former escort released from prison after serving 15 years for a murder he didn’t commit. Julian seeks out former lover Michelle (Gretchen Mol) for answers, while Detective Sunday (Rosie O’Donnell) tries to piece together what really happened at the crime scene.
Despite the series’ contemporary setting, the teaser no doubt calls back to...
Jon Bernthal stars as the iconic male escort character originated by Richard Gere in Paul Schrader’s 1980 film “American Gigolo.” The Showtime series reimagining of the famed feature is set in the present day, with Julian (Bernthal) trying to decipher why he was framed and wrongfully convicted for murder.
“I can always just be this other guy,” Bernthal as Julian says in the teaser trailer. “This guy isn’t scary. I jumped in water and then I washed him off. And then I get to be me.”
Julian is a former escort released from prison after serving 15 years for a murder he didn’t commit. Julian seeks out former lover Michelle (Gretchen Mol) for answers, while Detective Sunday (Rosie O’Donnell) tries to piece together what really happened at the crime scene.
Despite the series’ contemporary setting, the teaser no doubt calls back to...
- 5/31/2022
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Exclusive Updated: Production on Showtime’s drama series American Gigolo has been paused again, this time for at least two weeks, as the series’ co-executive producer David Bar Katz has exited the Paramount TV Studios-produced series. His departure comes three weeks after the Paramount network and TV studio severed ties with the series’ developer, writer, director and executive producer David Hollander following an investigation into allegations of misconduct and almost two weeks after The Offer executive producers Nikki Toscano and Russell Rothberg joined the series as consulting producers.
Toscano, a seasoned showrunner who ran The Offer, is said to have taken the reins of American Gigolo, with Rothberg providing support. The duo are expected to use the two weeks to work on prepping Episode 8, which is getting a script. The series, headlined by Jon Bernthal, originally had received a 10-episode order. I hear that plan has now changed, and the next episode to film,...
Toscano, a seasoned showrunner who ran The Offer, is said to have taken the reins of American Gigolo, with Rothberg providing support. The duo are expected to use the two weeks to work on prepping Episode 8, which is getting a script. The series, headlined by Jon Bernthal, originally had received a 10-episode order. I hear that plan has now changed, and the next episode to film,...
- 5/12/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: The Offer executive producers Nikki Toscano and Russell Rothberg have come on board Showtime’s upcoming series American Gigolo, from Paramount Television Studios. They will serve as consulting producers, working alongside Executive Producer David Bar Katz.
The move comes a week after the Paramount network and TV studio severed ties with the series’ developer, writer, director and executive producer David Hollander following an investigation into allegations of misconduct. As Deadline reported, Katz stepped up in the immediate aftermath of Hollander’s exit. Production was then suspended both over the leadership change as well as an actor being temporarily unavailable. Filming has now resumed, with Toscano and Rothberg working closely with Katz to steer the show.
Toscano is an experienced showrunner who has an overall deal at Paramount TV Studios, she most recently ran the studio’s Paramount+ limited series The Offer, about the making of The Godfather.
Production on the series,...
The move comes a week after the Paramount network and TV studio severed ties with the series’ developer, writer, director and executive producer David Hollander following an investigation into allegations of misconduct. As Deadline reported, Katz stepped up in the immediate aftermath of Hollander’s exit. Production was then suspended both over the leadership change as well as an actor being temporarily unavailable. Filming has now resumed, with Toscano and Rothberg working closely with Katz to steer the show.
Toscano is an experienced showrunner who has an overall deal at Paramount TV Studios, she most recently ran the studio’s Paramount+ limited series The Offer, about the making of The Godfather.
Production on the series,...
- 5/3/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Showtime and Paramount Television Studios have suspended production for four days on upcoming series American Gigolo, a reboot of the popular 1980 movie. The move comes a couple of days after the Paramount network and TV studio severed ties with the series’ developer, writer, director and executive producer David Hollander following an investigation into allegations of misconduct.
Production on the series, headlined by Jon Bernthal, was originally slated to continue following Hollander’s ouster, with one of Hollander’s top lieutenants, believed to be co-executive producer David Bar Katz, stepping in as showrunner. The American Gigolo series, produced by Paramount TV Studios with Jerry Bruckheimer Television, has about two episodes left to shoot from its 10-episode order, I hear.
In addition to the leadership change, I hear the production shutdown is being attributed to an actor being temporarily unavailable. The reasons are unclear but I have not heard that it’s Covid-related.
Production on the series, headlined by Jon Bernthal, was originally slated to continue following Hollander’s ouster, with one of Hollander’s top lieutenants, believed to be co-executive producer David Bar Katz, stepping in as showrunner. The American Gigolo series, produced by Paramount TV Studios with Jerry Bruckheimer Television, has about two episodes left to shoot from its 10-episode order, I hear.
In addition to the leadership change, I hear the production shutdown is being attributed to an actor being temporarily unavailable. The reasons are unclear but I have not heard that it’s Covid-related.
- 4/27/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Longtime Showtime showrunner David Hollander has officially been let go from his new series “American Gigolo” following allegations of misconduct.
Deadline reported that the developer, director, executive producer, and showrunner parted ways with the “American Gigolo” TV adaptation for Showtime, which is produced by Paramount Television Studios.
“David Hollander is no longer on the drama series ‘American Gigolo’ and Paramount Television Studios no longer has a producing relationship with him,” a spokesperson told Deadline in a statement.
The outlet also stated that multiple sources close to production claimed Hollander’s firing was after an investigation into allegations of misconduct that allegedly were not related to sexual harassment. It is believed that co-executive producer David Bar Katz, who also worked with Hollander on Showtime’s “Ray Donovan,” will take over as “American Gigolo” showrunner.
“American Gigolo” stars Jon Bernthal as Julian Kaye, a male escort who was arrested for murder. Set...
Deadline reported that the developer, director, executive producer, and showrunner parted ways with the “American Gigolo” TV adaptation for Showtime, which is produced by Paramount Television Studios.
“David Hollander is no longer on the drama series ‘American Gigolo’ and Paramount Television Studios no longer has a producing relationship with him,” a spokesperson told Deadline in a statement.
The outlet also stated that multiple sources close to production claimed Hollander’s firing was after an investigation into allegations of misconduct that allegedly were not related to sexual harassment. It is believed that co-executive producer David Bar Katz, who also worked with Hollander on Showtime’s “Ray Donovan,” will take over as “American Gigolo” showrunner.
“American Gigolo” stars Jon Bernthal as Julian Kaye, a male escort who was arrested for murder. Set...
- 4/25/2022
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Showtime and Paramount Television Studios have parted ways with showrunner David Hollander, who had a long run with Showtime as the leader of “Ray Donovan.” Hollander most recently was at the helm of Showtime’s upcoming drama “American Gigolo.”
Hollander developed Showtime’s TV adaptation of the 1980 Paul Schrader film that launched Richard Gere’s career. In addition to showrunning, Hollander served as director and executive producer on the series produced by Paramount Television Studios. Jon Bernthal stars.
Showtime declined comment on the reason for Hollander’s exit. “David Hollander is no longer on the drama series ‘American Gigolo’ and Paramount Television Studios no longer has a producing relationship with him,” a representative for Showtime and Paramount Television said Saturday.
Representatives for Hollander could not immediately be reached for comment.
Deadline was first to report the news.
“American Gigolo” is expected to continue production with David Bar Katz, one of...
Hollander developed Showtime’s TV adaptation of the 1980 Paul Schrader film that launched Richard Gere’s career. In addition to showrunning, Hollander served as director and executive producer on the series produced by Paramount Television Studios. Jon Bernthal stars.
Showtime declined comment on the reason for Hollander’s exit. “David Hollander is no longer on the drama series ‘American Gigolo’ and Paramount Television Studios no longer has a producing relationship with him,” a representative for Showtime and Paramount Television said Saturday.
Representatives for Hollander could not immediately be reached for comment.
Deadline was first to report the news.
“American Gigolo” is expected to continue production with David Bar Katz, one of...
- 4/24/2022
- by Carson Burton
- Variety Film + TV
David Hollander, the Emmy-nominated executive producer, writer and director behind “Ray Donovan,” will no longer be helming Showtime and Paramount Television Studios’ upcoming series “American Gigolo,” TheWrap has confirmed.
“David Hollander is no longer on the drama series ‘American Gigolo’ and Paramount Television Studios no longer has a producing relationship with him,” a spokesperson said, but declined to comment further.
A Saturday report by Deadline, which cites unnamed sources close to the production, said Hollander was ousted as a result of an investigation into misconduct claims. Furthermore, the outlet says “American Gigolo” co-executive producer David Bar Katz is set to take over the showrunning duties.
Billed as a modern-day adaptation of the 1980 neo-noir crime film of the same name, the series will star “The Punisher” actor Jon Bernthal in the main role, originated by Richard Gere. Also attached are Gretchen Mol, Gabriel Labelle, Lizzie Brocheré, Leland Orser and Rosie O’Donnell.
“David Hollander is no longer on the drama series ‘American Gigolo’ and Paramount Television Studios no longer has a producing relationship with him,” a spokesperson said, but declined to comment further.
A Saturday report by Deadline, which cites unnamed sources close to the production, said Hollander was ousted as a result of an investigation into misconduct claims. Furthermore, the outlet says “American Gigolo” co-executive producer David Bar Katz is set to take over the showrunning duties.
Billed as a modern-day adaptation of the 1980 neo-noir crime film of the same name, the series will star “The Punisher” actor Jon Bernthal in the main role, originated by Richard Gere. Also attached are Gretchen Mol, Gabriel Labelle, Lizzie Brocheré, Leland Orser and Rosie O’Donnell.
- 4/23/2022
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
Exclusive Updated: Showtime and Paramount Television Studios are severing ties with one of the network’s most successful showrunners. Ray Donovan‘s David Hollander, developer, director, executive producer and showrunner of the upcoming Showtime series American Gigolo, produced by sibling Paramount Television Studios, has been let go from the reboot of the popular 1980 movie.
“David Hollander is no longer on the drama series American Gigolo and Paramount Television Studios no longer has a producing relationship with him,” a spokesperson told Deadline in a statement, declining further comment.
According to sources close to the production, the movie was made following an investigation into allegations of misconduct. The exact nature of the misconduct is not clear but sources told Deadline that it involved comments made by Hollander that were not of sexual harassment nature.
I hear production on the series, headlined by Jon Bernthal, is expected to continue with one of Hollander’s top lieutenants,...
“David Hollander is no longer on the drama series American Gigolo and Paramount Television Studios no longer has a producing relationship with him,” a spokesperson told Deadline in a statement, declining further comment.
According to sources close to the production, the movie was made following an investigation into allegations of misconduct. The exact nature of the misconduct is not clear but sources told Deadline that it involved comments made by Hollander that were not of sexual harassment nature.
I hear production on the series, headlined by Jon Bernthal, is expected to continue with one of Hollander’s top lieutenants,...
- 4/23/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Jon Bernthal has played a cop, a superhero, a hitman, and a zombie killer. But what “The Wolf of Wall Street” alum hasn’t fully embodied, according to him, is being a sex object.
“The Punisher” star told GQ that he is still surprised to be cast in Showtime’s “American Gigolo” series, based on Paul Schrader’s 1980 film about a male escort who is framed for murder. Richard Gere originally played the role, which instantly made Gere an icon.
“I do not believe that I possess any kind of natural sex appeal,” Bernthal said. “I’ve always looked at myself as this weird-looking guy.”
Filming the series requires Bernthal to don “a fancy suit and some shoes that hurt my feet,” plus a “goofy” shirt and a handful of gold chains to play sex worker Julian Kaye.
“It’s crazy to me,” Bernthal added, “but it scares me — and...
“The Punisher” star told GQ that he is still surprised to be cast in Showtime’s “American Gigolo” series, based on Paul Schrader’s 1980 film about a male escort who is framed for murder. Richard Gere originally played the role, which instantly made Gere an icon.
“I do not believe that I possess any kind of natural sex appeal,” Bernthal said. “I’ve always looked at myself as this weird-looking guy.”
Filming the series requires Bernthal to don “a fancy suit and some shoes that hurt my feet,” plus a “goofy” shirt and a handful of gold chains to play sex worker Julian Kaye.
“It’s crazy to me,” Bernthal added, “but it scares me — and...
- 4/21/2022
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
“I just appreciate leadership so much on a set,” No Time to Die’s Rami Malek says of going head-to-head with exiting 007 himself, Daniel Craig. “I appreciate when someone is in command and is an absolute leader like Daniel,” the Oscar winner told Deadline’s Hero Nation podcast today.
“He comes out there, he gives everyone respect, he inspires the people around him and just lifts everybody up,” graciously adds the man who portrays villain Lyutsifer Safin in the long-delayed 25th James Bond film that opens Stateside today.
Take a listen to today’s chat with Malek here:
A vet of Deadline’s Contenders events, Malek is of course no wallflower and, for those of us who have seen the Cary Fukunaga-directed film, more than holds his own with the Knives Out star.
As well as talking a lot of Bond, Malek today reveled a few insights into his Oscar-winning...
“He comes out there, he gives everyone respect, he inspires the people around him and just lifts everybody up,” graciously adds the man who portrays villain Lyutsifer Safin in the long-delayed 25th James Bond film that opens Stateside today.
Take a listen to today’s chat with Malek here:
A vet of Deadline’s Contenders events, Malek is of course no wallflower and, for those of us who have seen the Cary Fukunaga-directed film, more than holds his own with the Knives Out star.
As well as talking a lot of Bond, Malek today reveled a few insights into his Oscar-winning...
- 10/8/2021
- by Dominic Patten and Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
American Gigolo is moving full steam ahead at Showtime.
Today, the premium cabler announced a series order for a 10-episode reboot, which is written and directed by Emmy nominee David Hollander (Ray Donovan).
Jerry Bruckheimer, who produced the original film, will executive produce with Jonathan Littman and KristieAnne Reed.
Bernthal also serves as a producer. The project is a production of Paramount Television Studios.
American Gigolo is a present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film.
Bernthal will play Julian Kaye, who is introduced 18 years after being arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in the modern-day Los Angeles sex industry.
This happens while seeking the truth about the set-up that sent him to prison all those years ago and also hoping to reconnect with Michelle, his one true love.
“If you haven’t already fallen under the spell of Jon Bernthal, get ready,” said Showtime president Gary Levine in a statement.
Today, the premium cabler announced a series order for a 10-episode reboot, which is written and directed by Emmy nominee David Hollander (Ray Donovan).
Jerry Bruckheimer, who produced the original film, will executive produce with Jonathan Littman and KristieAnne Reed.
Bernthal also serves as a producer. The project is a production of Paramount Television Studios.
American Gigolo is a present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film.
Bernthal will play Julian Kaye, who is introduced 18 years after being arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in the modern-day Los Angeles sex industry.
This happens while seeking the truth about the set-up that sent him to prison all those years ago and also hoping to reconnect with Michelle, his one true love.
“If you haven’t already fallen under the spell of Jon Bernthal, get ready,” said Showtime president Gary Levine in a statement.
- 6/15/2021
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Showtime is going all the way with American Gigolo.
The premium cabler on Tuesday announced that it has picked up its in-the-works small screen reboot of the 1980 movie to series. The order is for 10 episodes.
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- 6/15/2021
- by Michael Ausiello
- TVLine.com
The “American Gigolo” series adaptation starring Jon Bernthal has been ordered to series at Showtime, Variety has learned.
The project was ordered to pilot at Showtime in March 2020 after having been in development at the premium cabler since 2016.
Bernthal will play Julian Kaye, the character played by Richard Gere in the film. Julian is introduced 15 years after he’s been arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in the modern-day Los Angeles sex industry. He seeks the truth about the set-up that sent him to prison all those years ago and also hoping to reconnect with Michelle (Gretchen Mol), his one true love.
The series will also star Rosie O’Donnell as homicide Detective Sunday, Lizzie Brocheré as sex work ring heiress Isabelle, Gabriel Labelle as a younger version of Julian named Johnny, Leland Orser as Richard Stratton, a self-made tech billionaire, and guest star Wayne Brady as Lorenzo,...
The project was ordered to pilot at Showtime in March 2020 after having been in development at the premium cabler since 2016.
Bernthal will play Julian Kaye, the character played by Richard Gere in the film. Julian is introduced 15 years after he’s been arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in the modern-day Los Angeles sex industry. He seeks the truth about the set-up that sent him to prison all those years ago and also hoping to reconnect with Michelle (Gretchen Mol), his one true love.
The series will also star Rosie O’Donnell as homicide Detective Sunday, Lizzie Brocheré as sex work ring heiress Isabelle, Gabriel Labelle as a younger version of Julian named Johnny, Leland Orser as Richard Stratton, a self-made tech billionaire, and guest star Wayne Brady as Lorenzo,...
- 6/15/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Showtime has given a series order to American Gigolo, its long-in-the-works series adaptation, with Ford v. Ferrari and The Walking Dead alum Jon Bernthal attached to star and produce. The project hails from David Hollander (Ray Donovan) Paramount TV Studios and Jerry Bruckheimer Television.
Paramount TV originally teamed with Jerry Bruckheimer, who produced the film noir classic starring Richard Gere and Lauren Hutton, to explore a TV series adaptation in 2014. The project was set up for development at Showtime in 2016 with Neil Labute as writer. It has since gone through multiple incarnations. The project, with Hollander as writer & EP and Bernthal starring, received a pilot order at Showtime in March 2020.
In a star-making turn, the 1980 movie featured Gere as Julian Kaye, a male escort in Los Angeles.
Written and directed by Hollander, the new American Gigolo is a present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film. Bernthal plays Julian Kaye, who is...
Paramount TV originally teamed with Jerry Bruckheimer, who produced the film noir classic starring Richard Gere and Lauren Hutton, to explore a TV series adaptation in 2014. The project was set up for development at Showtime in 2016 with Neil Labute as writer. It has since gone through multiple incarnations. The project, with Hollander as writer & EP and Bernthal starring, received a pilot order at Showtime in March 2020.
In a star-making turn, the 1980 movie featured Gere as Julian Kaye, a male escort in Los Angeles.
Written and directed by Hollander, the new American Gigolo is a present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film. Bernthal plays Julian Kaye, who is...
- 6/15/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Leland Orser (Brand New Cherry Flavor) is set as a lead opposite Jon Bernthal and Gretchen Mol in Showtime’s pilot American Gigolo, an update of the 1980 film noir classic that starred Richard Gere and Lauren Hutton. The project hails from David Hollander, Paramount TV Studios and Jerry Bruckheimer Television.
Additionally, Sandrine Holt has joined the pilot as a guest star/recurring on series.
Written and directed by Hollander, American Gigolo the series is a present-day reimagining of the iconic film. It centers around Julian Kaye (Bernthal), who is introduced 18 years after he’s been arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in the Los Angeles sex industry, while seeking the truth about the setup that sent him to prison all those years ago and also hoping to reconnect with Michelle (Mol), his one true love.
Orser plays Richard Stratton, a self-made...
Additionally, Sandrine Holt has joined the pilot as a guest star/recurring on series.
Written and directed by Hollander, American Gigolo the series is a present-day reimagining of the iconic film. It centers around Julian Kaye (Bernthal), who is introduced 18 years after he’s been arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in the Los Angeles sex industry, while seeking the truth about the setup that sent him to prison all those years ago and also hoping to reconnect with Michelle (Mol), his one true love.
Orser plays Richard Stratton, a self-made...
- 1/29/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Talk about a star-studded WeWorkplace: Apple TV+ has given a series order to WeCrashed, a limited series starring Oscar winners Anne Hathaway and Jared Leto.
Based on the podcast of the same name, the drama explores “the greed-filled rise and inevitable fall of WeWork, one of the world’s most valuable startups, and the narcissists whose chaotic love made it all possible,” per the official synopsis. Lee Eisenberg (Little America) and Drew Crevello (The Long Dark) will serve as showrunners, with John Requa and Glenn Ficarra (This Is Us) directing.
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Based on the podcast of the same name, the drama explores “the greed-filled rise and inevitable fall of WeWork, one of the world’s most valuable startups, and the narcissists whose chaotic love made it all possible,” per the official synopsis. Lee Eisenberg (Little America) and Drew Crevello (The Long Dark) will serve as showrunners, with John Requa and Glenn Ficarra (This Is Us) directing.
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- 1/29/2021
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
The Conners star and executive producer Sara Gilbert, Rob Huebel (Childrens Hospital), Leland Orser (Brand New Cherry Flavor), Lyriq Bent (Four Brothers), J.R. Cacia (Infidel), Tate Donovan (Respect) and Kevin Dunn have been cast opposite Chris Messina in HBO Max pilot Verbatim, an anthology series from Brett Weiner, Ben Stiller’s Red Hour Films, Left/Right Productions and the New York Times.
Verbatim, based on the New York Times Op-Docs digital series, tackles actual events with all dialogue taken from primary sources and presented verbatim. The pilot episode follows the story of the 2019 college admissions scandal.
The roles are not being revealed. Messina is believed to be playing the scheme’s ringleader Rick Singer, Gilbert is likely Laura Smith, the lead FBI investigator on the case who also is narrating the pilot; Orser, Donovan and Dunn may be playing three of the wealthy parents charged in the bribing scandal.
Because of the series’ anthology nature, I hear that, except for Messina, who is expected to link the different cases throughout the series, the rest of the cast are guest stars for the pilot only.
Red Hour’s Nicholas Weinstock, Jackie Cohn and Stiller executive produce with Left/Right’s Ken Druckerman and Banks Tarver and Kathleen Lingo for the New York Times. Scott Lochmus and Michelene Starnadori will produce.
2020 HBO Max Pilots & Series Orders
Verbatim began as a short film that screened around the country including at the Sundance, South by Southwest and Telluride film festivals in 2014 and won the audience award at the Dallas International Film Festival. The New York Times expanded the film into a digital series that has garnered millions of views and was an official selection of the 2016 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Program with Verbatim: The Ferguson Case in 2016.
Gilbert is repped by Gersh and Management 360. Huebel is repped by UTA and Jackoway Austen Tyerman. Orser is repped by Gersh. Bent is repped by Buchwald, Luber Roklin Entertainment in the U.S. and The Associates Talent Agency and Seth Management in Canada. Cacia is repped by The Coronel Group. Donovan is repped by Gersh. Dunn is repped by Gersh and Gersh and Lighthouse Entertainment.
Verbatim, based on the New York Times Op-Docs digital series, tackles actual events with all dialogue taken from primary sources and presented verbatim. The pilot episode follows the story of the 2019 college admissions scandal.
The roles are not being revealed. Messina is believed to be playing the scheme’s ringleader Rick Singer, Gilbert is likely Laura Smith, the lead FBI investigator on the case who also is narrating the pilot; Orser, Donovan and Dunn may be playing three of the wealthy parents charged in the bribing scandal.
Because of the series’ anthology nature, I hear that, except for Messina, who is expected to link the different cases throughout the series, the rest of the cast are guest stars for the pilot only.
Red Hour’s Nicholas Weinstock, Jackie Cohn and Stiller executive produce with Left/Right’s Ken Druckerman and Banks Tarver and Kathleen Lingo for the New York Times. Scott Lochmus and Michelene Starnadori will produce.
2020 HBO Max Pilots & Series Orders
Verbatim began as a short film that screened around the country including at the Sundance, South by Southwest and Telluride film festivals in 2014 and won the audience award at the Dallas International Film Festival. The New York Times expanded the film into a digital series that has garnered millions of views and was an official selection of the 2016 Sundance Film Festival Shorts Program with Verbatim: The Ferguson Case in 2016.
Gilbert is repped by Gersh and Management 360. Huebel is repped by UTA and Jackoway Austen Tyerman. Orser is repped by Gersh. Bent is repped by Buchwald, Luber Roklin Entertainment in the U.S. and The Associates Talent Agency and Seth Management in Canada. Cacia is repped by The Coronel Group. Donovan is repped by Gersh. Dunn is repped by Gersh and Gersh and Lighthouse Entertainment.
- 1/29/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
The HBO Max pilot “Verbatim” is rounding out its cast.
Sara Gilbert, Rob Huebel, Leland Orser, Lyiq Bent, Tate Donovan, J.R. Cacia, and Kevin Dunn have all joined the project. The exact details of their roles are being kept under wraps, but the pilot follows the story of the 2019 college admissions scandal. All dialogue is taken directly from primary sources and every word is presented verbatim. It was previously reported that Chris Messina would star in the pilot.
“Verbatim” is an anthology series based on Brett Weiner’s New York Times Op Docs Series that screened at Sundance in 2014 and 2016.
Gilbert is repped by Management 360 and Gersh. Huebel is repped by UTA and Jackoway Austen Tyerman. Orser is repped by Gersh. Bent is repped by Buchwald, Luber Roklin Entertainment in the U.S., and The Associates Talent Agency and Seth Management in Canada. Cacia is repped by The Coronel Group.
Sara Gilbert, Rob Huebel, Leland Orser, Lyiq Bent, Tate Donovan, J.R. Cacia, and Kevin Dunn have all joined the project. The exact details of their roles are being kept under wraps, but the pilot follows the story of the 2019 college admissions scandal. All dialogue is taken directly from primary sources and every word is presented verbatim. It was previously reported that Chris Messina would star in the pilot.
“Verbatim” is an anthology series based on Brett Weiner’s New York Times Op Docs Series that screened at Sundance in 2014 and 2016.
Gilbert is repped by Management 360 and Gersh. Huebel is repped by UTA and Jackoway Austen Tyerman. Orser is repped by Gersh. Bent is repped by Buchwald, Luber Roklin Entertainment in the U.S., and The Associates Talent Agency and Seth Management in Canada. Cacia is repped by The Coronel Group.
- 1/29/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
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