Jon Bernthal Is Set to Star in Showtime's Series Adaptation of AMERICAN GIGOLO
Showtime is moving forward with its series adaptation of American Gigolo, and Jon Bernthal (The Punisher) is set to take on the lead role. The series is based on Richard Gere’s 1980 film of the same title and original producer Jerry Bruckheimer is also an executive producing on the series.
The show is being developed by Ray Donovan’s David Hollander, and he will serve as the writer, director, executive producer, and showrunner.
The series is described as “a present-day reimagining of the iconic 1980 film. Bernthal will play Julian Kaye, the character played by Richard Gere in the film. Julian is introduced 18 years after he’s been arrested for murder and struggling to find his footing in the modern-day Los Angeles sex industry, 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.”
Gary Levine, co-president of entertainment for Showtime said in a statement:
“’American Gigolo’ comes with all the sizzle you’d expect, but it also offers a deep dive into the complicated waters of relationships and sexuality in 2020. We’ve assembled an ‘A’ team to adapt this iconic movie into a Showtime series with the talent and magnetism of Jon Bernthal, the exquisite filmmaking and showrunning of David Hollander, the legendary Jerry Bruckheimer and our new sister studio, Paramount.”
It’s great to see Bernthal land a solid series role again. This seems like it’ll be a good project for him.
Source: Variety