Key Facts
AMC has ordered a new NASCAR drama titled 'Thunder Road,' starring Chase Stokes (Outer Banks) and Dennis Quaid. The series is set to premiere in 2027. In other casting news, Elizabeth Banks will play Ms. Frizzle in a live-action 'Magic School Bus' film, Ron Perlman joins 'Cross' Season 3, and Kevin McKidd will star opposite Elisabeth Moss in Hulu's 'Conviction'.
Details of 'Thunder Road'
According to the official logline, the one-hour series 'follows the multi-generational saga of the fictional Whitlock family, whose legacy in stock car racing is as deep as the family's ties to the Southern hill country roots that shaped them.' Chase Stokes will portray Ronnie Whitlock, described as 'a rebel with a lead foot' who was a promising pro racer before being relegated to his cousin Trey's pit crew. Dennis Quaid plays Duane Whitlock, aka 'The Wrecking Ball,' a towering figure who built a racing empire from moonshine runs and dirt tracks.
Other Casting Announcements
Elizabeth Banks as Ms. Frizzle
Elizabeth Banks, fresh off Peacock's 'The Miniature Wife,' has been cast as Ms. Frizzle in a live-action film adaptation of the 1990s cartoon 'The Magic School Bus.' The project is in development at Legendary, with Rob Letterman ('Detective Pikachu') writing a treatment and directing.
Ron Perlman Joins 'Cross' Season 3
Ron Perlman ('Sons of Anarchy') has been cast in a recurring role on Prime Video's 'Cross.' He will play Herschel Zamora, a police officer who is referred to Dr. Alex Cross (Aldis Hodge) for therapy after troubling work incidents. As Cross digs deeper, he suspects Zamora is hiding something more serious than PTSD.
Kevin McKidd in 'Conviction'
Kevin McKidd ('Grey's Anatomy') will star opposite Elisabeth Moss in the Hulu courtroom drama 'Conviction.' His role is being kept under wraps.
Impact and What Readers Should Know
These casting announcements highlight major upcoming projects across streaming and cable networks. 'Thunder Road' brings together popular actors from hit series, while the live-action 'Magic School Bus' film revives a beloved franchise. Fans of 'Outer Banks' can also catch Stokes in the final season, which returns to Netflix on August 20.
FAQ
- When will 'Thunder Road' premiere? The series is set to premiere in 2027 on AMC.
- Who is playing Ms. Frizzle in the live-action film? Elizabeth Banks has been cast as Ms. Frizzle in the live-action adaptation of 'The Magic School Bus'.
- What role will Ron Perlman play in 'Cross' Season 3? Ron Perlman will play Herschel Zamora, a police officer referred to Dr. Alex Cross for therapy.