There’s something in the water off the coast of Newfoundland, and Josh Hartnett is on its trail.
In a new six-episode limited series event from creator Jesse McKeown (a writer on The Umbrella Academy and 19-2), a small Canadian town is the target of a mysterious sea creature — and the terrorized residents will have to find the strength to fight back. Leading the pack will be Hartnett (Trap, Oppenheimer, The Virgin Suicides). You can get a glimpse at the cast on the first day of production above.
“Jesse’s bold, ambitious vision offers thrills galore, with the heart of a family drama,” Netflix Canada content directors Danielle Woodrow and Tara Woodbury said. “We can’t wait to transport our members to coastal Newfoundland with this timely story about community, resilience and adaptability.”
Read on for more information about the currently untitled series, now in production.
When a mysterious sea creature terrorizes a remote Newfoundland town, a hard-bitten fisherman must fight to protect his family, his community, and his vanishing way of life.
The series is written by Karen Walton (Orphan Black), Perry Chafe (Saint Pierre), and Natty Zavitz (Edging). Jamie Childs (The Sandman, His Dark Materials), Helen Shaver (The Penguin, Station Eleven), and Stephen Dunn (Closet Monster, Queer as Folk) will direct the episodes.
The show’s executive producers include: Showrunner McKeown, Jessica Rhoades (Black Mirror, Station Eleven) through her company Pacesetter U.K., Chris Hatcher (The Madness, Sweet Angel Baby), Hartnett, Childs, Louise Sutton (Black Mirror, Waiting for the Out), and Sharon Hall (The Expanse, Utopia).
Alongside star Josh Hartnett (Pearl Harbor, Penny Dreadful, Black Hawk Down), the series features:
The series will film in Newfoundland, Canada.
“Newfoundland and Labrador’s rich history and stunning landscapes make it the ideal canvas for a project of this magnitude,” said Dr. Andrew Furey, premier of Newfoundland and Labrador. “The province’s commitment to storytelling, talented crews, and unique beauty ensure that this series will capture the spirit of our province. We are excited to be part of bringing this incredible vision to the screen.”
“Newfoundland and Labrador has long been home to incredible stories, and we’re thrilled to see Netflix bring this ambitious new series to life here,” said Laura Churchill, chief executive officer of Picture NL, the film commission for the province. “The province’s breathtaking landscapes, skilled crews, and deep storytelling traditions make it the perfect setting for a project of this scale. We look forward to working with the team to showcase all that Newfoundland and Labrador has to offer.”
There’s no word yet, but keep your eyes on the water for more information.
