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Ana de Armas, Jennifer Connelly in Talks to Lead Apple TV+ Spy Thriller 'Safe Houses'

The adaptation of Dan Fesperman’s novel comes from showrunner Gideon Raff, with Otto Bathurst directing the opening block.

Overview

  • Industry reports say the actors are negotiating to star, with no deals finalized and Apple declining comment.
  • The eight-episode series unfolds after the killing of a senior CIA officer in Madrid, following two women investigating from opposing sides.
  • Ana de Armas is positioned for the role of fugitive agent Sofia Jiménez, while Jennifer Connelly is set for Ambassador Elizabeth Winthrop, the victim’s widow.
  • Safe Houses is a co-production between Apple Studios and wiip, with Gideon Raff executive producing and directing several episodes.
  • Author Dan Fesperman will serve as consulting producer on the adaptation of his 2018 novel, and no premiere date has been announced.