Everything we know about the Stan Original Series The Assassin as Keeley Hawes and Freddie Highmore begin filming in Greece
Get ready for a heart-pounding ride as Stan unveils its latest original series, The Assassin, currently being filmed against the stunning backdrop of Greece.
This highly anticipated thriller will feature an all-star cast led by Keeley Hawes (Bodyguard, Scoop) and Freddie Highmore (The Good Doctor, Bates Motel).
The series, by the creators of the smash-hit The Tourist, will take viewers on a suspenseful journey through family drama and high-stakes action.
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The plot centers around Julie (Hawes), a retired assassin living a quiet life on a remote Greek island. Her serene existence is shattered when her estranged son, Edward (Highmore), arrives from England with unsettling news about his paternity.
Keeley Hawes stars as retired assassin Julie in The Assassin. Stan
The tension between mother and son escalates quickly as Edward's quest for answers intertwines with Julie's dark past.
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When their family secrets come to light, they are thrust into a deadly chase that forces them to flee the island.
As they navigate a web of deceit and danger, their strained relationship is put to the ultimate test.
Freddie Highmore plays Edward in The Assassin. Stan
The stellar supporting cast includes Shalom Brune-Franklin, Gina Gershon, Jack Davenport, Alan Dale, Gerald Kyd, Devon Terrell, Richard Dormer, and David Dencik.
Stan's Chief Content Officer, Cailah Scobie, expressed enthusiasm about the new project, stating, "Following the massive success of The Tourist, we're thrilled to partner with Harry and Jack Williams once again for The Assassin.
"With an incredible ensemble led by Keeley Hawes and Freddie Highmore, this series is set to be an unforgettable addition to Stan's lineup."
Shalom Brune-Franklin plays Kayla in The Assassin. Stan
The Stan Original Series The Assassin is currently filming in Greece and is coming soon to Stan.
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