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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Savant OTT release on Apple TV+: When to watch, what to expect from Jessica Chastain-starrer thriller about mass violence
Mark your calendars, because Jessica Chastain is back on our screens, this time not just starring but executive producing Apple TV+'s high-stakes thriller The Savant. Premiering Friday, 26 September with a double-episode drop, the 8-episode limited series will keep us hooked every Friday until 7 November. The Savant to premiere on THIS date Inspired by the spine-tingling 2019 Cosmopolitan exposé 'Is It Possible to Stop a Mass Shooting Before It Happens?', The Savant tells the story of a woman so good at spotting violent threats online, the FBI literally counts on her to stop them. Jessica Chastain plays the elusive 'K', a former Marine and cop who lives in digital shadows, using her uncanny instincts to take down extremists before they act. What is The Savant actually about? This is not your average crime series, it's based on real ops, real threats, and a real woman who helped prevent actual domestic terrorism. Yes, this goes way deeper than your typical undercover drama. Chastain's 'K' is a mum, a wife, and a total digital detective. She's got zero social media, hides her identity, and only a handful of people know what she really does. In the show, her husband is played by Nnamdi Asomugha, reuniting with Chastain after their tense pairing in The Good Nurse. The cast also brings in major energy with Cole Doman, Jordana Spiro, Trinity Lee Shirley, Toussaint Francois Battiste, and Pablo Schreiber in a guest role. Oh, and James Badge Dale is joining too, buckle up for some serious on-screen intensity. Who's making it happen? Melissa James Gibson serves as the series showrunner and writer, with direction from acclaimed filmmaker Matthew Heineman. Chastain and Kelly Carmichael executive produce under Freckle Films, alongside Alan Poul. Cosmopolitan writer Andrea Stanley, whose feature inspired the series, also serves as a consultant. So yes, the vibes will be authentic and terrifying.
South China Morning Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Who is Sean Kaufman, who plays Steven Conklin in The Summer I Turned Pretty? The New York-born actor has a younger sister IRL and is one of Hollywood's hottest young talents – but is he dating co-star
Sean Kaufman is rapidly emerging as one of Hollywood's most versatile young talents. He's racked up over 1.2 million followers on Instagram at the time of writing thanks to his breakthrough performance as Steven Conklin, the protective yet sometimes exasperating older brother of Belly (played by Lola Tung ), the protagonist of hit Amazon Prime series The Summer I Turned Pretty Sean Kaufman with his The Summer I Turned Pretty castmates, including Lola Tung (second from right), who plays his on-screen sister Belly, and rumoured girlfriend Minnie Mills (right). Photo: @ In a break from the original novel by Jenny Han – who also wrote To All the Boys I've Loved Before – where Steven is a minor and somewhat annoying character, Amazon Prime's adaptation expands his role, turning him into a fan favourite with a blend of humour, loyalty and vulnerability. 'My favourite quality about Steven is that he makes mistakes and always learns from them. There is something beautiful about having a flawed character, not only from an actor's perspective but from an audience's perspective, because it allows one to sympathise with the character,' Kaufman told Timid Magazine. Advertisement Fresh off filming the series' final season, the 25-year-old, Japanese-American actor is expanding his repertoire with a string of high-profile projects. Recently, he has joined the cast of upcoming supernatural horror film Other Mommy, in which he'll star alongside Jessica Chastain and Jay Duplass. He will also appear as a recurring cast member in the fifth season of the sci-fi series For All Mankind. Here is everything you need to know about this Hollywood rising star. He actually has a sister Sean Kaufman has a younger sister named Abby. Photo: @ Kaufman was born and raised in New York City alongside his real-life sister Abby, who's three years younger than him. Being protective over Abby gave him insight into why his character Steven is protective over his on-screen sister Belly. In an interview with Timid Magazine, Kaufman said, 'I'm an older brother in real life, so I feel most similar to Steven in that protectiveness. I love my sister to death, and there's nothing I wouldn't do for her, so it's very easy to understand where Steven comes from when he is seemingly overprotective.' Kaufman also revealed to Schön magazine that, growing up, he and his sister shared a room and used to fight frequently. Playing Steven made him realise how important this relationship was; he ended up applying Steven's emotions toward Belly, to his own life. He's loved acting since childhood Sean Kaufman's had an interest in acting since childhood. Photo: @ Kaufman's passion for acting began in childhood, but it wasn't until middle school that his interest became serious. He initially decided to audition for the school musical simply as a way to spend time with a girl he liked, but after landing the lead role, his love for acting grew rapidly during rehearsals.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jessica Chastain Infiltrates Hate Groups in First Look at The Savant, Release Date Set
Apple TV+ has revealed a first look at The Savant, an eight-episode limited series starring Oscar winner Jessica Chastain. The official logline reads: 'The tense and thrilling series follows an undercover investigator known as 'The Savant' (Chastain) as she infiltrates online hate groups in an effort to stop domestic extremists before they act.' Who is involved with Jessica Chastain in The Savant? Besides Chastain, The Savant's cast includes Nnamdi Asomugha, Cole Doman, Jordana Spiro, Trinity Lee Shirley, Toussaint Francois Battiste, and guest star Pablo Schreiber. The Savant is inspired by a true story based on the 2019 Cosmopolitan article 'Is It Possible to Stop a Mass Shooting Before It Happens?' by Andrea Stanley. In the story, Stanley interviews a woman named 'K,' a former Marine and police officer who aided the FBI in flagging dangerous men online who could be national security threats. In 2009, K's online investigation aided in the arrest of Michael Finton, a terrorist who planned to bomb the Paul Findley Federal Building in Springfield, Illinois. Melissa James Gibson, an Emmy-nominated showrunner best known for her work on House of Cards, created The Savant for television. Executive producers include Chastain, Gibson, Kelly Carmichael, Alan Poul, Matthew Heineman, David Levine, and Garrett Kemble. Heineman directed the series. Stanley served as a consultant. The Savant originated at Fifth Season and was developed with Freckle Films and Anonymous Content. The Savant marks Chastain's first major role on television since 2022's George & Tammy. Chastain played Tammy Wynette, the country music icon who was in a tumultuous relationship with George Jones (Michael Shannon). Chastain received an Emmy nomination for her performance. The Savant premieres on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on Friday, September 26, 2025. New episodes will be released every Friday through November 7, 2025. The post Jessica Chastain Infiltrates Hate Groups in First Look at The Savant, Release Date Set appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More. Solve the daily Crossword
UPI
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Look: 'The Savant' photos: Jessica Chastain plays undercover investigator
1 of 5 | Jessica Chastain stars in "The Savant." Photo courtesy of Apple TV+ July 23 (UPI) -- Apple TV+ is teasing The Savant, an upcoming thriller starring Jessica Chastain as an undercover investigator. The streamer released first-look images for the eight-episode limited series on Wednesday. The first photograph shows Chastain in a thick grey sweater and large glasses. She appears to be engaged in deep concentration. The second image shows Chastain sitting next to Nnamdi Asomugha at an apparent wedding. They are wearing formal clothes and smiling softly. According to an official synopsis, Chastain's character "infiltrates online hate groups in an effort to stop domestic extremists before they act." Cole Doman, Jordana Spiro, Trinity Lee Shirley, Toussaint Francois Battiste and Pablo Schreiber also star. The first pair of episodes arrive on Apple TV+ Sept. 26.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
The Savant first look: Jessica Chastain goes undercover on Apple TV+ show. Here's when it releases
Jessica Chastain has stepped into bold new territory with The Savant, coming soon this September on Apple TV+. The series revolves around a woman who goes undercover in online hate groups to stop violence before it erupts. Now, to build anticipation, the makers have released the first images from the upcoming thriller. The show happens to be based on a true story, adapted from a 2019 Cosmopolitan article titled 'Is It Possible to Stop a Mass Shooting Before It Happens?' by Andrea Stanley. Chastain not only leads the cast but also serves as executive producer, lending weight to the project's vision. The Savant first look(Apple TV+) The Savant cast Apart from Jessica Chastain, the cast of The Savant boasts a compelling lineup that includes Nnamdi Asomugha, Cole Doman, Jordana Spiro, Trinity Lee Shirley, and Toussaint Francois Battiste. Reportedly, Pablo Schreiber is also set to appear in a guest role on the show. Behind the scenes, an impressive production team includes Kelly Carmichael, Alan Poul, and others. Developed by Freckle Films and Anonymous Content, the thriller eventually found its home at Apple TV+ via Fifth Season. Check out the first look of The Savant below The Savant release date The Savant is set to premiere on Friday, September 26, 2025, on Apple TV+, with the first two episodes. The rest of the eight-episode limited series will release one on each Friday, until its finale on November 7. With a grueling narrative and Chastain in the lead role, the show promises a steady dose of suspense. Let the countdown begin. Is The Savant's trailer out? A full-fledged trailer for The Savant has not been released yet, but audiences can catch a glimpse of what's to come through two first-look images featuring Jessica Chastain and Nnamdi Asomugha in intense, character-driven moments. For the unaware, the Apple TV+ limited series is directed by Matthew Heineman. FAQs: Is the savant syndrome real? Yes, savant syndrome is real, though it's quite rare Where can I stream The Savant? You can stream The Savant on Apple TV+ starting September 26, 2025. Where was The Savant filmed? The Savant was mainly filmed in New York City. What does the French word savant mean? The French word savant means someone who is very knowledgeable or learned, especially in a specific field.
