Hugh Laurie Takes Lead Role in High-Octane Prison Thriller The Wanted Man
A new prison drama has been unveiled for streaming, featuring an incredibly star-studded cast that is sure to captivate audiences. The forthcoming crime thriller, titled The Wanted Man, stars The Night Manager icon Hugh Laurie in the leading role as Felix Carmichael. He is joined by a talented ensemble including Westworld's Thandiwe Newton and Game of Thrones actor Stephen Dillane.
Premise and Plot Details of the Apple TV+ Series
The series, created by George Kay of Hijack and Lupin fame, centres on a bold escape plot involving a fugitive on the run. According to the synopsis from Apple TV+, The Wanted Man charts the rise and fall of Felix Carmichael, the elusive and powerful head of the notorious British crime syndicate 'The Capital'. Untouchable for two decades, Carmichael is finally apprehended and held in the infamous Staplehurst prison. However, it becomes clear that he has been betrayed by one of his own.
As the traitor moves to dismantle the empire he has built, Carmichael must risk everything in a daring escape. Willing to stop at nothing to take his revenge, if he succeeds, he will be a wanted man once more. This premise appears ideal for enthusiasts of action-packed thrillers such as the Bourne franchise, Mission Impossible, and John Wick.
Supporting Cast and Additional Talent
Additional cast members for The Wanted Man include Dunkirk's Fionn Whitehead, Olivier Award nominee Gina McKee, Say Nothing's Hazel Doupe, and Blitz star Elliott Heffernan. This diverse lineup promises a rich and engaging viewing experience, with each actor bringing their unique skills to the high-stakes narrative.
Hugh Laurie's Expanding Role in Apple TV+ Thrillers
This is not Laurie's sole appearance in an Apple TV+ thriller. Admirers will also know him from his part in the hit spy series Tehran, where he portrays Eric Peterson, a South African nuclear inspector. In that Israeli crime drama, Glenn Close appears alongside Laurie as British Mossad operative Marjan Montazami. The programme has garnered numerous favourable reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, with one viewer observing that it is the most realistic yet captivating thriller they have seen in over a decade, praising the superb casting and honest cinematography.
Connection to The Night Manager and BBC Success
Meanwhile, BBC audiences will recall Laurie's memorable performance in The Night Manager, which recently returned for a second series with leading man Tom Hiddleston reprising his role. Laurie's involvement in The Wanted Man continues his streak of high-profile thriller roles, blending intensity with charismatic storytelling.
Apple TV+ has not yet announced a release date for The Wanted Man, but anticipation is building for this action-packed addition to their streaming catalogue. With its star-studded cast and gripping escape plot, the series is poised to become a must-watch for fans of the genre.
