Lewis Pullman Joins Julia Garner in Apple TV+ Thriller 'Guilty Creatures'
The 'Top Gun: Maverick' actor will co-star with Garner in the true-crime adaptation, which Craig Gillespie is set to direct.
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“delves into the psyche of a torrid romance and subsequent act of murder between two young, adulterous but God-fearing lovers, unraveling their complex lives and the emotional toll of living as killers for 18 years.”
Lewis Pullman is set to star opposite Julia Garner in the upcoming Apple TV+ thriller series 'Guilty Creatures,' according to Variety. The casting marks Pullman's return to television and to Apple following his Emmy-nominated role in 'Lessons in Chemistry.'
The show, which was announced on July 6, is an adaptation of Mikita Brottman's true crime book 'Guilty Creatures: Sex, God, and Murder in Tallahassee, Florida.' According to the series logline, it "delves into the psyche of a torrid romance and subsequent act of murder between two young, adulterous but God-fearing lovers, unraveling their complex lives and the emotional toll of living as killers for 18 years."
Who is making the series?
Craig Gillespie ('I, Tonya') is attached to direct and executive produce the project under his Fortunate Jack Productions banner. Sarah DeLappe will write and executive produce, with Stuart Zicherman serving as showrunner. Garner will also executive produce through her Alma Margo company. The series is being produced by Tomorrow Studios, an ITV Studios partner, which developed the project and brought it to Apple.
What is Lewis Pullman's recent work?
This news follows Pullman's starring role in the Netflix film 'Remarkably Bright Creatures.' He is also known for his work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, having played Sentry in 'Thunderbolts' and set to reprise the role in 'Avengers: Doomsday.' His other credits include 'Top Gun: Maverick' and the Apple series 'Lessons in Chemistry.' He will next be seen alongside his father, Bill Pullman, in 'Spaceballs: The New One.'
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the book 'Guilty Creatures' about?
Mikita Brottman's true crime book 'Guilty Creatures: Sex, God, and Murder in Tallahassee, Florida' is the basis for the Apple TV+ adaptation. The series logline states it delves into the psyche of a torrid romance and subsequent act of murder between two young, adulterous but God-fearing lovers.
When will 'Guilty Creatures' be released?
The series was officially announced by Apple TV+ on July 6. Further release details have not been announced.
Has Julia Garner worked with Apple TV+ before?
Julia Garner is a lead and executive producer on 'Guilty Creatures' through her Alma Margo company, continuing her partnership with the streamer.
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