BREAKING: Anna Kendrick and J.K. Simmons are set to star in the highly anticipated geopolitical thriller series Embassy. The announcement comes just days before the series is showcased at the prestigious MIPCOM event in Cannes, heightening excitement among fans and international buyers alike.
In this gripping six-part series, Kendrick will portray Layla, a resourceful American diplomat stationed at the U.S. Embassy in London. As armed mercenaries launch a fierce attack on the compound, Layla must act quickly. Under the orders of the U.S. Ambassador, played by Simmons, she is tasked with extracting a high-value asset from within the besieged embassy. The stakes escalate when Layla is compelled to collaborate with her ex-boyfriend, a British SAS soldier, as they uncover evidence of a larger conspiracy at play.
The series is being produced by AGC Television in partnership with Ascendant Fox and Turbine Studios. It was created and written by Rom Lotan, with direction from John Strickland, known for his work on Bodyguard and Line of Duty. Executive producers include key figures from all production companies, ensuring a powerhouse collaboration behind the scenes.
Filming for Embassy is set to commence in February 2026 across locations in London and Cologne. The series aims to captivate audiences with its blend of action and intricate political intrigue.
Kendrick, who recently appeared in Babies alongside Seth Rogen, is also slated to act with Adam Driver and Daniel Kaluuya in an upcoming untitled drama directed by Chris Rock. Meanwhile, Simmons is fresh off his role in The Accountant 2 and has a busy schedule ahead, featuring in several high-profile projects, including Heart of the Beast with Brad Pitt and Reykjavik, a political drama set in the Cold War era.
This thrilling new series is generating buzz not only for its star-studded cast but also for its timely exploration of geopolitical tensions and the human experience in crisis situations. As we await more updates from MIPCOM, fans of action-packed dramas will undoubtedly be keeping a close eye on this project.
Stay tuned for more developments on Embassy as it gears up for its international launch!