Updated Story: The cast for Netflix‘s Death by Lightning is growing as Betty Gilpin and Nick Offerman join the upcoming series from Game of Thrones creatives David Benioff and D.B. Weiss. Together, they’ll join previously announced cast members Matthew Macfadyen and Michael Shannon who were cast as Charles Guiteau and James Garfield. Meanwhile, Gilpin will take on the role of First Lady Crete Garfield and Offerman will portray Chester Arthur in the drama. (Credit: Josh Wool; Juankr) Original Story: Recent Emmy-winner Matthew Macfadyen has found his post-Succession TV gig as the actor will team up to star alongside Michael Shannon in Death by Lightning, a new Netflix series from the duo behind Game of Thrones. The drama is based on the novel Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard and tracks the rise of President James Garfield and his subsequent assassination by Charles Guiteau. Created for television by Mike Makowsky,...
- 2/28/2024
- TV Insider
Nick Offerman and Betty Gilpin have joined the upcoming Netflix historical drama series “Death by Lightning,” Variety has learned.
The duo join previously announced series leads Matthew Macfadyen and Michael Shannon in the show, which will tell the story of U.S. President James Garfield (Shannon) and his assassination by Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen). It is based on the novel “Destiny Of The Republic” by Candice Millard.
Gilpin will star as Crete Garfield, the First Lady and President Garfield’s wife. Offerman will play Chester A. Arthur, Garfield’s vice president and eventual successor.
Offerman recently won the Emmy Award and Independent Spirt Award for his guest role in the hit HBO series “The Last of Us.” He is primarily known for his staring roles in shows like “Parks and Recreation,” “Pam & Tommy,” and “Devs” as well as for films like “The Founder” and “The Kings of Summer.”
He is...
The duo join previously announced series leads Matthew Macfadyen and Michael Shannon in the show, which will tell the story of U.S. President James Garfield (Shannon) and his assassination by Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen). It is based on the novel “Destiny Of The Republic” by Candice Millard.
Gilpin will star as Crete Garfield, the First Lady and President Garfield’s wife. Offerman will play Chester A. Arthur, Garfield’s vice president and eventual successor.
Offerman recently won the Emmy Award and Independent Spirt Award for his guest role in the hit HBO series “The Last of Us.” He is primarily known for his staring roles in shows like “Parks and Recreation,” “Pam & Tommy,” and “Devs” as well as for films like “The Founder” and “The Kings of Summer.”
He is...
- 2/28/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Nick Offerman (The Last Of Us) and Betty Gilpin (Glow) have joined Matthew Macfadyen and Michael Shannon in Netflix’s President Garfield assassination series Death By Lightning.
Death By Lightning comes from Bad Education screenwriter Mike Makowsky, who created the series, and directed by Matt Ross (Captain Fantastic) with Game of Thrones duo David Benioff and D.B. Weiss exec producing via their overall deal with Netflix.
It is based on the book Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard.
The series will bring to life the stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
Gilpin will play Crete Garfield and Offerman will portray Chester Arthur.
Garfield was President in 1881 and was assassinated later that year, having previously served nine terms as a Congressman. He was elected as a Senator but declined this when he became President,...
Death By Lightning comes from Bad Education screenwriter Mike Makowsky, who created the series, and directed by Matt Ross (Captain Fantastic) with Game of Thrones duo David Benioff and D.B. Weiss exec producing via their overall deal with Netflix.
It is based on the book Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard.
The series will bring to life the stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
Gilpin will play Crete Garfield and Offerman will portray Chester Arthur.
Garfield was President in 1881 and was assassinated later that year, having previously served nine terms as a Congressman. He was elected as a Senator but declined this when he became President,...
- 2/28/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Executive producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are turning their attention to a different type of political power play.
The Game of Thrones duo is joining forces with creator Mike Makowsky (Bad Education), director Matt Ross, and executive producer Bernie Caulfield to adapt Candice Millard’s 2011 novel, Destiny of the Republic, into a new series for Netflix.
Death by Lightning is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
Three-time Emmy Award nominee Betty Gilpin will star as first lady Crete Garfield, and recent Emmy Award and Independent Spirit Award winner Nick Offerman (The Last of Us, Parks and Recreation,...
The Game of Thrones duo is joining forces with creator Mike Makowsky (Bad Education), director Matt Ross, and executive producer Bernie Caulfield to adapt Candice Millard’s 2011 novel, Destiny of the Republic, into a new series for Netflix.
Death by Lightning is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
Three-time Emmy Award nominee Betty Gilpin will star as first lady Crete Garfield, and recent Emmy Award and Independent Spirit Award winner Nick Offerman (The Last of Us, Parks and Recreation,...
- 2/28/2024
- by Phillipe Thao
- Tudum - Netflix
Death by Lightning is headed to Netflix. The streaming service has ordered the historical drama series based on the novel Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President by Candice Millard.
Created by Mike Makowsky and starring Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen, the Death by Lightning series will follow the presidency of James Garfield (Shannon) and his assassination by Charles Guiteau (Macfayden).
Garfield was born into abject poverty but became a wunderkind scholar, a Civil War hero, and a renowned congressman. He reluctantly became a candidate for President and took on the nation's corrupt political establishment. But, after four months in office, Garfield was shot in the back by his greatest admirer, a deranged office-seeker named Charles Guiteau. Though Garfield survived the attack, he was the object of bitter struggles for power over his...
Created by Mike Makowsky and starring Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen, the Death by Lightning series will follow the presidency of James Garfield (Shannon) and his assassination by Charles Guiteau (Macfayden).
Garfield was born into abject poverty but became a wunderkind scholar, a Civil War hero, and a renowned congressman. He reluctantly became a candidate for President and took on the nation's corrupt political establishment. But, after four months in office, Garfield was shot in the back by his greatest admirer, a deranged office-seeker named Charles Guiteau. Though Garfield survived the attack, he was the object of bitter struggles for power over his...
- 2/2/2024
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Fresh off of his 2023 Emmys win, Matthew Macfadyen has found his next TV project!
The 49-year-old former Succession star has been cast in Netflix‘s upcoming drama series Death by Lightning alongside Michael Shannon, who was also a recent Emmy nominee.
Get more details inside…
Death by Lightning comes from Game of Thrones producers David Benioff, Db Weiss and Bernie Caulfield, and is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
The series is based on the novel “Destiny Of The Republic” by Candice Millard.
Matthew is set to portray Charles Guiteau, while Michael will portray James Garfield.
Mike Makowsky serves as creator and writer, while Matt Ross will direct all episodes.
If you didn’t know, Matthew will also be in the upcoming Deadpool 3,...
The 49-year-old former Succession star has been cast in Netflix‘s upcoming drama series Death by Lightning alongside Michael Shannon, who was also a recent Emmy nominee.
Get more details inside…
Death by Lightning comes from Game of Thrones producers David Benioff, Db Weiss and Bernie Caulfield, and is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
The series is based on the novel “Destiny Of The Republic” by Candice Millard.
Matthew is set to portray Charles Guiteau, while Michael will portray James Garfield.
Mike Makowsky serves as creator and writer, while Matt Ross will direct all episodes.
If you didn’t know, Matthew will also be in the upcoming Deadpool 3,...
- 2/2/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Someone get a bible and swear Michael Shannon into office because he’s about to get political for Netflix’s forthcoming series Death By Lightning. Reports indicate that Shannon is playing the assassinated President James A. Garfield opposite his killer, Charles Guiteau, portrayed by Matthew Macfadyen, for a series written and created by Mike Makowsky.
Based on the novel Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard, Death By Lightning revolves around the unique circumstances behind the assassination of James Garfield, the reluctant 20th president of the United States of America. In a bizarre twist, Charles Guiteau shot and killed Garfield at the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Station in Washington. While the wound was not fatal, an infection from the grievous injury eventually killed Garfield on September 19, 1881. According to historical records, Guiteau felt he played a significant role in Garfield’s presidential victory. When tried in court, Guiteau’s high-profile case...
Based on the novel Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard, Death By Lightning revolves around the unique circumstances behind the assassination of James Garfield, the reluctant 20th president of the United States of America. In a bizarre twist, Charles Guiteau shot and killed Garfield at the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Station in Washington. While the wound was not fatal, an infection from the grievous injury eventually killed Garfield on September 19, 1881. According to historical records, Guiteau felt he played a significant role in Garfield’s presidential victory. When tried in court, Guiteau’s high-profile case...
- 2/1/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Matthew Macfadyen and Michael Shannon star in ‘Death by Lightning’
Two-time Emmy Award winner Matthew Macfadyen (Succession) and two-time Oscar nominee Michael Shannon (Nocturnal Animals) have committed to star in Netflix’s Death by Lightning, a political drama based on Candice Millard’s Destiny Of The Republic. Matthew Macfadyen will star as Charles Guiteau and Michael Shannon will play James Garfield.
“Death by Lightning is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him,” reads Netflix’s synopsis.
The series was created by Mike Makowsky (Bad Education) who’ll serve as writer and executive producer. Game of Thrones and 3 Body Problem‘s David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, and Bernie Caulfield also executive produce along with director Matt Ross. (Ross will direct all episodes.
Two-time Emmy Award winner Matthew Macfadyen (Succession) and two-time Oscar nominee Michael Shannon (Nocturnal Animals) have committed to star in Netflix’s Death by Lightning, a political drama based on Candice Millard’s Destiny Of The Republic. Matthew Macfadyen will star as Charles Guiteau and Michael Shannon will play James Garfield.
“Death by Lightning is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him,” reads Netflix’s synopsis.
The series was created by Mike Makowsky (Bad Education) who’ll serve as writer and executive producer. Game of Thrones and 3 Body Problem‘s David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, and Bernie Caulfield also executive produce along with director Matt Ross. (Ross will direct all episodes.
- 2/1/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
History nerds, this one is for us.
Matthew Macfadyen and Michael Shannon will star in “Death by Lightning” at Netflix. It’s “a drama retelling the rise of US President James Garfield (Shannon) and his subsequent assassination by Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen),” Netflix announced in a press release February 1.
From creator Mike Makowsky (“Bad Education”), executive producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss (“Game of Thrones”), and Matt Ross, who will direct all episodes, the show will be based on the novel “Destiny of the Republic” by Candice Millard.
The Netflix logline reads: “‘Death by Lightning’ is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.”
In January, Macfadyen won another Emmy for his portrayal of Tom Wambsgans on HBO’s “Succession.” Michael Shannon...
Matthew Macfadyen and Michael Shannon will star in “Death by Lightning” at Netflix. It’s “a drama retelling the rise of US President James Garfield (Shannon) and his subsequent assassination by Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen),” Netflix announced in a press release February 1.
From creator Mike Makowsky (“Bad Education”), executive producers David Benioff and D.B. Weiss (“Game of Thrones”), and Matt Ross, who will direct all episodes, the show will be based on the novel “Destiny of the Republic” by Candice Millard.
The Netflix logline reads: “‘Death by Lightning’ is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.”
In January, Macfadyen won another Emmy for his portrayal of Tom Wambsgans on HBO’s “Succession.” Michael Shannon...
- 2/1/2024
- by Erin Strecker
- Indiewire
Michael Shannon is to play assassinated President Garfield with Matthew Macfadyen as his killer Charles Guiteau in a new series for Netflix.
Death By Lightning comes from Bad Education screenwriter Mike Makowsky, who created the series, and directed by Matt Ross (Captain Fantastic) with Game of Thrones duo David Benioff and D.B. Weiss exec producing via their overall deal with Netflix.
It is based on the book Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard.
The series will bring to life the stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
Garfield was President in 1881 and was assassinated later that year, having previously served nine terms as a Congressman. He was elected as a Senator but declined this when he became President, despite having not sought the office.
He was shot by Guiteau,...
Death By Lightning comes from Bad Education screenwriter Mike Makowsky, who created the series, and directed by Matt Ross (Captain Fantastic) with Game of Thrones duo David Benioff and D.B. Weiss exec producing via their overall deal with Netflix.
It is based on the book Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard.
The series will bring to life the stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.
Garfield was President in 1881 and was assassinated later that year, having previously served nine terms as a Congressman. He was elected as a Senator but declined this when he became President, despite having not sought the office.
He was shot by Guiteau,...
- 2/1/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Emmy-winning Succession star Matthew Macfadyen has picked his next big TV project.
Macfadyen has been cast alongside Michael Shannon (Man of Steel) in a new Netflix drama series from Game of Thrones producers David Benioff, Dan Weiss and Bernie Caulfield.
The series is titled Death by Lightning, a drama retelling the rise of U.S. President James Garfield (Shannon) and his subsequent assassination by Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen).
The official description: “Death by Lightning is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.”
The project is based on the novel Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard. Mike Makowsky (Bad Education) will serve as creator and showrunner while Matt Ross (Captain Fantastic) will direct.
Macfadyen has been celebrated for his work as the scheming,...
Macfadyen has been cast alongside Michael Shannon (Man of Steel) in a new Netflix drama series from Game of Thrones producers David Benioff, Dan Weiss and Bernie Caulfield.
The series is titled Death by Lightning, a drama retelling the rise of U.S. President James Garfield (Shannon) and his subsequent assassination by Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen).
The official description: “Death by Lightning is a drama series that brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield, reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau — the man who would come to kill him.”
The project is based on the novel Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard. Mike Makowsky (Bad Education) will serve as creator and showrunner while Matt Ross (Captain Fantastic) will direct.
Macfadyen has been celebrated for his work as the scheming,...
- 2/1/2024
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Amazon Studios has ordered a second series from David Weil, creator, executive producer and co-showrunner of the streamer’s drama series Hunters, I have learned. It is expected to premiere on Prime Video in 2021.
The untitled project, which had been in the works for awhile, is described as a dramatic and thought-provoking anthology series that explores the deeper meaning of human connection in the near future.
The sci-fi series will tell seven unique character-driven stories. Each character will set off on a thrilling adventure in an uncertain future and they’ll come to reckon that even during our most isolated moments, we are all connected through the human experience.
The drama falls under the overall deal Weil signed with Amazon Studios last November. He executive produces with director/producers Melina Matsoukas (Insecure), Sam Taylor-Johnson (Gypsy) and former Alcon TV Group president Laura Lancaster (The Expanse), with Pixie Wespiser serving as a producer.
The untitled project, which had been in the works for awhile, is described as a dramatic and thought-provoking anthology series that explores the deeper meaning of human connection in the near future.
The sci-fi series will tell seven unique character-driven stories. Each character will set off on a thrilling adventure in an uncertain future and they’ll come to reckon that even during our most isolated moments, we are all connected through the human experience.
The drama falls under the overall deal Weil signed with Amazon Studios last November. He executive produces with director/producers Melina Matsoukas (Insecure), Sam Taylor-Johnson (Gypsy) and former Alcon TV Group president Laura Lancaster (The Expanse), with Pixie Wespiser serving as a producer.
- 10/20/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Amazon Studios has signed an overall deal with David Weil, creator, executive producer and co-showrunner of the streamer’s high-profile upcoming drama series Hunters, starring Al Pacino and Logan Lerman and executive produced by Jordan Peele via his Monkeypaw Productions.
Under the pact, Weil will develop TV series to premiere exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.
“David is one of the most fearless and imaginative creative minds in our business and we feel fortunate to be expanding our relationship with him,” said Jennifer Salke, Head of Amazon Studios. “David’s unique brand of bold, wholly original storytelling is a perfect fit for Amazon Studios. We can’t wait for our customers to see his groundbreaking work on our new series next year, and we know he will continue to create compelling series for Amazon Prime Video’s global audience for years to come.”
Inspired by true events,...
Under the pact, Weil will develop TV series to premiere exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.
“David is one of the most fearless and imaginative creative minds in our business and we feel fortunate to be expanding our relationship with him,” said Jennifer Salke, Head of Amazon Studios. “David’s unique brand of bold, wholly original storytelling is a perfect fit for Amazon Studios. We can’t wait for our customers to see his groundbreaking work on our new series next year, and we know he will continue to create compelling series for Amazon Prime Video’s global audience for years to come.”
Inspired by true events,...
- 11/21/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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