Maggie Grace Joins AMC's NASCAR Drama 'Thunder Road' as Series Regular
The 'Taken' star will play Laney Whitlock, the CEO of the family racing dynasty, in the new series from creator John Fusco.
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- Maggie Grace as Laney Whitlock
“I made friends for life on Fear The Walking Dead. I look forward to getting back in the saddle with AMC’s unique brand of storytelling, and to working with [showrunner] Taylor Elmore again.”
Maggie Grace has joined the series regular cast of AMC’s upcoming NASCAR drama series Thunder Road, according to Deadline. She will play Laney Whitlock, the CEO of the fictional Whitlock Racing team.
Grace joins a cast led by Dennis Quaid, who plays racing legend Duane “The Wrecking Ball” Whitlock. The series, from creator John Fusco, follows the multi-generational saga of the Whitlock family, whose legacy in stock car racing is deeply tied to their Southern roots.
Who is Maggie Grace playing?
Grace will portray Laney Whitlock, the oldest and smartest of Duane’s children. Described as carrying herself “like she owns oxygen,” Laney is the CEO of Whitlock Racing and holds herself personally accountable for the family’s racing future. She manages the race team, her own family, and wrestles with the instinct to be as forceful as her father.
What else do we know about the series?
Thunder Road is produced in association with NASCAR. John Fusco executive produces alongside showrunner Taylor Elmore. In a statement about her casting, Grace said, “I made friends for life on Fear The Walking Dead. I look forward to getting back in the saddle with AMC’s unique brand of storytelling, and to working with [showrunner] Taylor Elmore again.”
The series also stars Chase Stokes, Michael Rooker, and Matt Barr. Grace most recently starred in the Amazon MGM film Fiona and appeared in NBC’s Suits: LA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the showrunner for 'Thunder Road'?
Taylor Elmore is the showrunner for AMC's Thunder Road. He also serves as an executive producer alongside series creator John Fusco.
What is the premise of 'Thunder Road'?
The series is a multi-generational drama about the fictional Whitlock family, whose legacy in stock car racing is as deep as their ties to the Southern hill country. It centers on racing legend Duane Whitlock and his family's fight to hold onto their racing empire.
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