Netflix has announced that Jamie Dornan, the popular Hollywood actor, is set to play the leading role in their upcoming crime noir series titled “The Undertow.” According to exclusive reports, the show is based on a popular Nordisk Film Production AS television series called “Twin,” which was created by Kristoffer Metcalfe.
The series will feature Dornan as the protagonist, playing the dual roles of twin brothers named Adam and Lee. Alongside him, the show will also star Mackenzie Davis, known for her work in “Station Eleven” and “Blade Runner 2049,” Iain de Caestecker, recognized for his performances in “The Winter King” and “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.,” and Gary Lewis, who has appeared in “Vigil” and “Gang of New York.” With such a talented cast, the show promises to be a thrilling and captivating experience for viewers.
The series follows the story of Nicola, who is trapped in a loveless marriage with Adam. Things take a dramatic turn when Adam’s identical twin brother, Lee, who has been estranged for a long time, unexpectedly reappears in her life. Their intertwined romantic past threatens to destroy the present as they struggle to deal with their feelings for each other. A split-second decision and a terrible accident force Nicola to protect her children, and as a result, she and Lee are forced to spend a week together, navigating their web of secrets and lies. Despite the undeniable attraction between them, they both know that their time together is limited and that they must tread carefully.
The production of a new series is scheduled to commence later this year in the picturesque Scottish Highlands and Islands. The series will feature a talented team of writers, including Sarah Dollard, Hanna Jameson, Scout Cripps, and Kam Odedra. Notably, Sarah Dollard will also serve as an executive producer alongside Jeremy Lovering, who will direct the series and also executive produce. The series will star the acclaimed actor Jamie Dornan, who also joins the production as an executive producer. The series is being produced by the entertainment companies Complete Fiction and wiip. The executive producers include Nira Park and Rachael Prior of Complete Fiction, along with David Flynn and Paul Lee for wiip.
Irish actor Jamie Dornan has been making waves with his impressive performances on both the big and small screens. In his latest work, he starred in the thriller series “The Tourist,” which premiered its second season in January. Dornan’s acting prowess was also recognized in the BBC series “The Fall,” where he played a leading role and earned a BAFTA TV Award nomination for best actor.
On the big screen, Dornan is best known for his portrayal of Christian Grey in the “Fifty Shades” film franchise. However, he has also been making a name for himself in recent years with his roles in movies such as “A Haunting in Venice,” “Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar,” “Heart of Stone,” and “A Private War.”
Dornan’s work has been critically acclaimed, receiving recognition from prestigious awards shows. In 2022, he received a Golden Globe nomination for best supporting actor in a motion picture for his role in Kenneth Branagh’s film “Belfast.” Overall, Jamie Dornan is a talented actor whose versatility and range make him a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.
