Matthew Rhys is set to star opposite Claire Danes in the upcoming Netflix limited series “The Beast in Me,” Variety has confirmed with sources.
The show was originally picked up to series at the streamer back in March with Danes in the lead role.
The official logline for the series states, “Since the tragic death of her young son, acclaimed author Aggie Wiggs (Danes) has receded from public life, unable to write, a ghost of her former self. But she finds an unlikely subject for a new book when the house next door is bought by Nile Sheldon (Rhys), a famed and formidable real estate mogul who was once the prime suspect in his wife’s disappearance. At once horrified and fascinated by this man, Aggie finds herself compulsively hunting for the truth – chasing his demons while fleeing her own – in a game of cat and mouse that might turn deadly.”
In television, Rhys is best known for his starring role in the critically-acclaimed FX series “The Americans.” Rhys received three consecutive Emmy nominations for best actor in a drama series for “The Americans,” winning the award in 2018. The role also earned him two Golden Globe nods. More recently, he starred in the HBO series “Perry Mason” in the title role. His film credits include “Burnt,” “The Post,” “Cocaine Bear,” and “The Report.”
He is repped by CAA, Anonymous Content, and United Agents.
Gabe Rotter is credited as creator, writer, and executive producer of “The Beast in Me.” Howard Gordon will serve as showrunner and executive producer. Danes will executive produce in addition to starring. Daniel Pearle will write and executive produce. Antonio Campos is attached to direct and executive produce. Conan O’Brien, Jeff Ross, and David Kissinger will executive produce for Conaco. Jodie Foster also executive produces. 20th Television is the studio.
Deadline first reported Rhys’ casting.
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