The highly anticipated “Prison Break” reboot pilot at Hulu has just announced the addition of four talented cast members in guest star roles. According to a report from Variety, Ray McKinnon, Margo Martindale, Donal Logue, and Lili Taylor will be joining the already impressive lineup for the pilot.
The pilot, created by writer Elgin James, will take place in the same world as the original Fox series but will introduce new characters and an exciting new storyline. While specific plot details are being kept under wraps, fans can expect a fresh and intriguing take on the beloved show.
Ray McKinnon will portray Joe Dahl, a private detective tasked with investigating a decade-old murder. Margo Martindale will step into the role of Jessica Strand, the formidable Warden of one of the most dangerous prisons in America. Donal Logue will play Holt Keane, a grieving father trying to cope with the loss of his family. Lastly, Lili Taylor will bring Carole Mullen to life, a determined mother on a quest for the truth.
The talented cast additions of McKinnon, Martindale, Logue, and Taylor are sure to bring depth and complexity to the already star-studded pilot. McKinnon is represented by Anonymous Content and Paradigm, Martindale by Gersh, Logue by Kipperman Management, Gersh, and RLG LLP, and Taylor by Independent Artist Group and Untitled Entertainment.
In addition to the stellar cast, the reboot pilot will be executive produced by Elgin James, Dawn Olmstead, Paul Scheuring, Marty Adelstein, and Neal Moritz. 20th Television, the studio behind the original series, is producing the highly anticipated reboot.
Fans of the original “Prison Break” series, which aired for five successful seasons on Fox, can look forward to a fresh take on the beloved show with the upcoming reboot pilot. The series has already spawned a TV movie, “The Final Break,” as well as a spinoff, “Prison Break: Proof of Innocence,” and various other media adaptations such as a video game, webisodes, a magazine, and a novel.
Stay tuned for more updates on the “Prison Break” reboot pilot as production continues and the release date draws near.
