Man on Fire TV Series: Yahya Abdul-Mateen ll Cast, Plot News - Netflix Tudum
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Yahya Abdul-Mateen ll is about to bring the heat in upcoming drama Man on Fire. The Watchmen star will lead the series as John Creasy, a Special Forces soldier looking for a fresh start. But John must battle his personal demons before he can truly turn over a new leaf. Bobby Cannavale has joined the drama, which will also star World-Breaker’s Billie Boullet.
Man on Fire is based on author A.J. Quinnell’s book series, which kicked off with a 1980 novel of the same name. Director Steven Caple Jr. will direct the first two episodes of the series’ eight-episode Season 1.
Keep reading for all the hottest details about Man on Fire, from the plot to the cast and creative team.
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What is the Man on Fire TV series about?
Man on Fire follows John Creasy, who was once a high-functioning and skilled Special Forces Mercenary known for surviving even the most desolate situations. However, John is now battling extreme PTSD and personal demons. As he attempts a fresh start, he’ll find himself back in the (metaphorical) fire and fighting harder than ever.
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Who is in the Man on Fire cast?
Abdul-Mateen will star in the thriller as John. Boullet will play Poe Rayburn, someone growing at a rapid and confusing pace — and she possesses the attitude that comes with it. Poe is unhappy about her parents’ decision to move to Brazil. So she spends her days with her wealthy international classmates until a tragic incident changes her perspective on family and life. As the sole witness to a terrifying event, Poe quickly learns that her only real ally is John.
Cannavale will guest star as Paul Rayburn, an ex–Special Forces soldier who has a unique ability to read people. Paul is charming, nurturing, and protective of those he cares for. Despite his warm, fatherly nature, his years of service in the field have given him an acute awareness of violence and human behavior. Quick-witted and incredibly intellectual — he’s likely to have all the answers. And if not, he’ll find them.
Check back in with Tudum to find out who else will join Abdul-Mateen and Boullet on their mission.
Who is behind Man on Fire?
Fear Street’s Kyle Killen is the writer, executive producer, and showrunner of Man on Fire. Creed II director Steven Caple Jr. will helm Episodes 1 and 2, as well as executive produce alongside Abdul-Mateen.
The rest of the executive producers include Arnon Milchan, Yariv Milchan, and Natalie Lehmann for New Regency Productions; Peter Chernin, Jenno Topping, and Tracey Cook for Chernin Entertainment; Killen and Scott Pennington for Chapter Eleven; Ed McDonnell, Michael Polaire, and Stacy Perskie for RedRum.
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