The Lincoln Lawyer actor to star opposite Schindler's List icon for action thriller
WARNING: This article contains spoilers from The Lincoln Lawyer.
Angus Sampson will feature in two upcoming films as fans anticipate The Lincoln Lawyer's comeback.
Netflix viewers are sitting on tenterhooks, desperately hoping The Lincoln Lawyer's fourth series will arrive sooner rather than later following that nail-biting finale which witnessed Mickey Haller (portrayed by Manuel Garcia-Rulfo) getting nicked on suspicion of murder.
When the courtroom drama eventually returns, Mickey's mates and workmates are certain to pull out all the stops to assist him, including private detective Cisco Wojciechowski (Angus Sampson).
Whilst details regarding The Lincoln Lawyer's fourth series launch date remain under wraps, Sampson has been grafting on several ventures.
His first undertaking will be the adrenaline-fueled survival thriller Deep Water, which is currently in post-production.
The official synopsis for Deep Water states: "A group of international passengers en route from Los Angeles to Shanghai are forced to make an emergency landing in shark-infested waters.
"Now they must work together in hopes to overcome the frenzy of sharks drawn to the wreckage."
Beyond the gripping storyline, Deep Water boasts a familiar cast appearing alongside Sampson, which is guaranteed to draw audiences.
Spearheading the production is actor Aaron Eckhart, who'll be recognised for his portrayal of Harvey Dent in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight back in 2008.
Joining them is the legendary Ben Kingsley, known for his roles in Schindler's List and Gandhi, who will also feature in the forthcoming Netflix film The Thursday Murder Club.
Alongside Deep Water, Sampson is set to reprise his role as father Dom Chalmers in the Australian BBC sitcom Bump for its festive special.
The series concluded after five seasons last year, but fans can look forward to a film adaptation where the extended family embarks on a South American cruise.
Oly (Nathalie Morris) and Santi (Carlos Sanson Jr) found their happy ending and will be holidaying with their second baby Angelo, who is just a few months old.
The Lincoln Lawyer is currently available for streaming on Netflix.
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