Hey TV lovers remember Emmy Rossum from Shameless ? Well get excited because she is about to dive into a totally different kind of role. Word on the street is she is set to star in a brand new thriller drama series coming to Hulu and it sounds absolutely wild!
Hulu Orders "Black Widow" Series with Emmy Rossum in Talks to Star as an FBI Agent Hunting a Killer
Hulu just gave the green light to a new series and it's got a seriously intriguing premise. It's coming to us from Liz Meriwether you know the genius behind New Girl and The Dropout. This time though Meriwether is taking a darker turn because this show is all about a female serial killer.
Emmy Rossum is not just starring she is also executive producing and is lined up to play the lead role which is awesome. She'll be playing an FBI agent who's trying to crack the case of this mysterious serial killer. The agent uses secrets from the killer's past to try and track her down. Sounds like a twisty cat-and-mouse game right?
Fun fact the series is loosely inspired by a 1987 movie also called "Black Widow". That movie was a noir thriller but this Hulu version sounds like it will be its own thing.
From Fiona to Fed: Emmy Rossum's Genre Switch-Up & Liz Meriwether's Dark Side
For Emmy Rossum this is a cool move into thriller territory. Most people know her as Fiona Gallagher from Shameless where she played the fiercely independent and often chaotic matriarch of the Gallagher family for years. She also showed her range in Peacock's Angelyne and Apple TV+'s The Crowded Room. Playing an FBI agent on the hunt for a serial killer is definitely a different vibe and it's exciting to see what she'll bring to it.
And Liz Meriwether? She is known for comedies like New Girl but she also impressed everyone with the dramatic and gripping The Dropout about Elizabeth Holmes. So she has proven she can handle both comedy and drama. A thriller series lets her explore an even darker side and we are here for it.
Remember the 1987 "Black Widow" Movie? A Quick Flashback to the Original Noir Thriller
So what about that 1987 "Black Widow" movie that's inspiring this Hulu series? It starred Debra Winger as an agent and Theresa Russell as the mysterious "black widow" killer. In the movie Russell's character marries rich guys then well... you can guess the rest. Winger's character becomes obsessed with catching her.
Reviews for the Original movie were mixed. Some thought it was a decent thriller but others found it a bit slow and lacking in suspense. Some even felt like it missed opportunities to explore the interesting dynamic between the two female leads especially a possible connection between them. Hopefully the Hulu series will take the good parts of the premise and really amp up the thrill factor and character development.
What to Expect from the New Hulu "Black Widow" Series: Mystery Suspense and Emmy Rossum Kicking Butt?
It is still early days so details are pretty hush-hush but we can guess at what to expect from this Hulu "Black Widow" series:
- Intense Thriller Vibes: Definitely expect a suspenseful and gripping story. This is a thriller after all so get ready for twists turns and maybe some scares.
- Strong Female Leads: With Emmy Rossum as the FBI agent and a female serial killer at the center this show is going to be powered by women. Expect complex and compelling female characters.
- Character-Driven Story: Liz Meriwether is known for creating well-developed characters even in The Dropout which was based on real events. Expect the focus to be on the FBI agent and the serial killer and their motivations.
- Modern Take on a Noir Premise: While inspired by a noir film this series will likely have a modern feel. Think contemporary crime drama with maybe some neo-noir elements.
- Potential for Twists: Serial killer stories are all about surprises. Expect some unexpected reveals and maybe a few red herrings along the way.
Get Ready to be Hooked: Emmy Rossum & Liz Meriwether Team Up for a Must-Watch Thriller
A new thriller series from Liz Meriwether starring Emmy Rossum? Yeah we are already intrigued. This "Black Widow" series sounds like it has all the ingredients for a seriously addictive show: a compelling premise talented creators and a star lead who can handle both drama and intensity. Keep an eye out for more news on this Hulu project it's definitely one to add to your watchlist!