EXCLUSIVE: Catherine Zeta-Jones Takes On A Thrilling New Role In ‘Kill Jackie’

Acclaimed actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, known for her roles in “Chicago,” “National Treasure: Edge of History,” and Wednesday, is set to take on a new challenge in an exciting TV adaptation.

New TV Project: ‘Kill Jackie’

Zeta-Jones is starring in and producing Kill Jackie, an adaptation of Aidan Truhen’s “The Price You Pay.” The novel has been reimagined for the small screen with Jack, the lead character in the original, switched to a woman for this version. Set to begin filming soon, the series will be a gripping “gonzo thriller,” promising to captivate audiences with its blend of humor, drama, and darkness.

Plot Summary

In the new show, Jackie Price has led a luxurious life over the past two decades. Traveling the world and using sophisticated tax loopholes to sell fine art, she meticulously avoids the public eye after escaping a tumultuous past as an international cocaine dealer. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she learns that The Seven Demons, a group of the world’s most feared assassins, have targeted her for elimination.

Production Details

The series is being produced by Prime Video, Fremantle, and Steel Springs Pictures. Amazon holds rights in several European territories, including the UK, Ireland, and Germany, while Fremantle is responsible for selling internationally, excluding the U.S. Filming will take place in Bilbao, Lisbon, London, and Swansea, ensuring a rich tapestry of settings to match the intricate plot.

Creative Team

Tom Butterworth and Conor Keane are writing the series, drawing from their impressive track records. Keane is also serving as an associate producer. The show is to be directed by Damon Thomas, who has previously helmed the hit Killing Eve.

Zeta-Jones’s Excitement

Zeta-Jones is thrilled to be involved in the project. She expressed her enthusiasm, stating: “I’m thrilled to be a part of Kill Jackie both behind and in front of the camera. The opportunity to bring this multifaceted character to life and explore a female-driven plot that encompasses empowerment, identity, and redemption is something I’m looking forward to.”

Financial Model

The financial structure of the project is unique. Prime Video and Fremantle have adopted a similar model to Costiera, available exclusively on Amazon in select regions. Fremantle is handling the worldwide sales, ensuring the show reaches diverse audiences. The deal was negotiated by Jamie Lynn of Fremantle, along with Rebecca Dundon and Fran Denny.

Industry Standpoints

Christian Vesper, global drama and film boss of Fremantle, described Kill Jackie as “an irreverent and contemporary thriller, which is all at once dramatic, escapist and darkly comedic.” He added, “Catherine Zeta-Jones shines as Jackie, and together with our incredible creative team, twisting storyline and elaborate international backdrop, I’ve no doubt audiences all over the world are going to be hooked.”

Peter Lawson, from Steel Springs Pictures, commented: “When I first got my hands on Nick’s novel, I knew this project needed a team of creatives who shared a dark sense of humor and a touch of madness to bring this crime caper to life. We’re thrilled to have found that in the captivating creative force of Catherine Zeta-Jones, the character-driven hilarity of writer Conor Keane and showrunner Tom Butterworth, and the sure-handed brilliance of director Damon Thomas.”

Technical Details

Kill Jackie is co-produced by Fremantle and Steel Springs Pictures. The executive producers are Peter Lawson and Jose Augustin Valdes for Steel Springs, Dante Di Loreto for Fremantle, Jeffrey Levine, Tom Butterworth, Damon Thomas, and Zeta-Jones. Conor Keane created and co-wrote the TV adaptation and serves as an associate producer. José Luis Escolar’s Deabru Kalea Filmeak will supervise production in Bizkaia.

Conclusion

Catherine Zeta-Jones’s involvement in Kill Jackie signals a strong collaboration among Prime Video, Fremantle, and Steel Springs Pictures, promising a thrilling and unique adaptation of Aidan Truhen’s gripping novel. Fans of Zeta-Jones and genre fans are in for a treat as this multifaceted series unfolds.

Stay tuned for more updates on the production and watch this space for more exciting developments from the world of entertainment.

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