The upcoming Prison Break reboot is set to be a dark and gritty take on the original series, according to actor Lukas Gage. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Gage revealed that the new show will pay homage to the beloved TV series he grew up watching, but with a modern twist. 'We're paying respect to the amazing TV show that I grew up loving, but we're also on Hulu now, so we can get really gritty and really dark,' he said. 'It's gonna be crazy, it's gonna be a wild ride.'
Gage, who stars alongside Emily Browning, Drake Rodger, Clayton Cardenas, JR Bourne, Georgie Flores, and Myles Bullock, hinted at potential returns of some original characters. 'We might see a couple of OGs coming back,' he teased. The original series, which ran from 2005 to 2009 with a revival season in 2017, centered around two brothers played by Dominic Purcell and Wentworth Miller. Gage also expressed excitement about working with renowned character actors, including Margo Martindale.
While Gage is currently promoting Voicemails for Isabelle, a Netflix rom-com co-starring Zoey Deutch and Nick Robinson, he's also busy with the Prison Break reboot. The new show will be set in the same world as the original but with a fresh cast of characters. Writer-director Leah McKendrick, who made Voicemails for Isabelle, described it as a love letter to her sister. Deutch, who originally read the script seven years ago, expressed her enthusiasm about finally bringing the project to life, citing the chemistry between her and Robinson as a result of their friendship and shared history in L.A.
The Prison Break reboot promises to be a thrilling and gritty addition to the crime drama genre, offering a fresh take on the original series while paying homage to its legacy. With Gage's involvement and the potential return of original characters, fans can expect an exciting and emotional journey. As for Voicemails for Isabelle, it's a heartwarming romantic comedy that explores the power of love and connection through confessional voicemails. Both projects showcase the diverse talents of Gage and the creative vision of McKendrick, offering something for every type of viewer.
