New Netflix Series by Game of Thrones Creators to Start Filming this Summer - Main Image
After dabbling in political and science fiction fantasy, Game of Thrones and 3 Body Problem creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are back with another drama, drawing from American history.
Death by Lightning will chronicle the brief presidency of James Garfield, to be played by Michael Shannon, cut short by his assassin Charles Guiteau, played by Matthew Macfadyen.
While the Netflix series has no release date yet, ProductionList.com marks the beginning of filming on July 1, 2024, in Budapest, Hungary. Betty Gilpin (Glow) will join Shannon and Macfadyen as First Lady Crete Garfield, Nick Offerman (The Last of Us) as Vice President Chester Arthur, and Bradley Whitford (The Handmaid’s Tale) as Secretary of State James Blaine.
Unlike in Game of Thrones and 3 Body Problem, where the two had more direct involvement as writers and showrunners...
After dabbling in political and science fiction fantasy, Game of Thrones and 3 Body Problem creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss are back with another drama, drawing from American history.
Death by Lightning will chronicle the brief presidency of James Garfield, to be played by Michael Shannon, cut short by his assassin Charles Guiteau, played by Matthew Macfadyen.
While the Netflix series has no release date yet, ProductionList.com marks the beginning of filming on July 1, 2024, in Budapest, Hungary. Betty Gilpin (Glow) will join Shannon and Macfadyen as First Lady Crete Garfield, Nick Offerman (The Last of Us) as Vice President Chester Arthur, and Bradley Whitford (The Handmaid’s Tale) as Secretary of State James Blaine.
Unlike in Game of Thrones and 3 Body Problem, where the two had more direct involvement as writers and showrunners...
- 5/30/2024
- EpicStream
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.
Here’s everything you need to know about this retelling of a remarkable chapter in American history.
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.
Death by Lightning is executive produced under Benioff and Weiss’ deal with Netflix, alongside Caulfield. Ross will direct all episodes.
Although...
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.
Here’s everything you need to know about this retelling of a remarkable chapter in American history.
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.
Death by Lightning is executive produced under Benioff and Weiss’ deal with Netflix, alongside Caulfield. Ross will direct all episodes.
Although...
- 5/24/2024
- by Tara Bitran
- Tudum - Netflix
“Death by Lighting,” Netflix’s upcoming series about the rise and eventual assassination of U.S. President James Garfield, is adding to its cast.
Variety has learned that Bradley Whitford and Shea Whigham have joined the show as series regulars. In addition, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Paula Malcomson, and Tuppence Middleton have also joined the series.
They will appear alongside previously announced leads Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen, as well as cast members Betty Gilpin and Nick Offerman.
“Death by Lightning” is based on the book “Destiny Of The Republic” by Candice Millard. The official logline states that it “brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield (Shannon), reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen) — the man who would come to kill him.”
Whitford will appear in the series as Secretary of State James Blaine. Whigham will play Senator Roscoe Conkling.
Variety has learned that Bradley Whitford and Shea Whigham have joined the show as series regulars. In addition, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Paula Malcomson, and Tuppence Middleton have also joined the series.
They will appear alongside previously announced leads Michael Shannon and Matthew Macfadyen, as well as cast members Betty Gilpin and Nick Offerman.
“Death by Lightning” is based on the book “Destiny Of The Republic” by Candice Millard. The official logline states that it “brings to life the epic and stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield (Shannon), reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen) — the man who would come to kill him.”
Whitford will appear in the series as Secretary of State James Blaine. Whigham will play Senator Roscoe Conkling.
- 5/24/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Bradley Whitford (The Handmaid’s Tale), and Shea Whigham (Joker) have been tapped as series regulars on Netflix’s new drama series Death by Lightning, joining previously cast Matthew Macfadyen, Michael Shannon, Betty Gilpin and Nick Offerman. Additionally, Stephen McKinley Henderson (Civil War), Paula Malcomson (Parish) and Tuppence Middleton (Downton Abbey) are set as recurring on the series, executive produced by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss.
Stephen McKinley Henderson, Paula Malcomson and Tuppence Middleton
Created, written and executive produced by Mike Makowsky based on the book Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard, Death by Lightning tells the stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield (Shannon), reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen) — the man who would come to kill him.
Whitford will play Secretary of State James Blaine. Whigham will portray Senator Roscoe Conkling. McKinley Henderson will play Senator Blanche Bruce, Malcomson will portray Franny Scoville,...
Stephen McKinley Henderson, Paula Malcomson and Tuppence Middleton
Created, written and executive produced by Mike Makowsky based on the book Destiny Of The Republic by Candice Millard, Death by Lightning tells the stranger-than-fiction true story of James Garfield (Shannon), reluctant 20th president of the United States, and his greatest admirer Charles Guiteau (Macfadyen) — the man who would come to kill him.
Whitford will play Secretary of State James Blaine. Whigham will portray Senator Roscoe Conkling. McKinley Henderson will play Senator Blanche Bruce, Malcomson will portray Franny Scoville,...
- 5/24/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
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
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
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
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
Lush production values often rule the crafts Emmy categories, where HBO is expected to dominate again this year. However, what’s remarkable about HBO production values isn’t that they are consistently high; it’s that they don’t come wrapped in a house style. “Euphoria” features bold indie low-budget filmmaking; for “Succession,” it’s the globe-trotting excesses of the Roy family. “Insecure” is stylized while also being the rare program that speaks to a specific part of the real Los Angeles, while “Westworld” creates a realistic sci-fi rendering of AI. After each of its breakout hits, other networks would try to find their own “Sopranos” or “Game of Thrones; meanwhile, HBO continued to pursue series that would create their own look and feel. “I used to call it the last of the boutique studios,” said “Game of Thrones” producer Bernadette “Casey Bloys and “Game of Thrones” producer Bernie Caulfield...
- 7/9/2020
- by Chris O'Falt
- Indiewire
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