Netflix Thrills with New Series ‘Legends’
Netflix is set to captivate audiences with its upcoming thriller series, Legends, featuring renowned actors Tom Burke (known for Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga), Steve Coogan (from Philomena), and Hayley Squires (star of Beau Is Afraid).
Inspiration from Real-Life Criminal Investigations
This six-part drama draws inspiration from one of the most significant criminal investigations in the UK, depicting the efforts of British Customs agents assigned to go undercover within some of the most perilous drug trafficking organizations in the country.
A Compelling Cast
Joining Burke, Coogan, and Squires, the ensemble cast includes Aml Ameen, Jasmine Blackborow, Douglas Hodge, Tom Hughes, Johnny Harris, Gerald Kyd, and Charlotte Ritchie. Each actor brings depth to this thrilling narrative.
Plot Overview
The series is set in the early 1990s, a critical time when Her Majesty’s Customs and Excise was struggling to combat the surge of illegal drug smuggling into Britain. According to the plot synopsis, a daring solution emerged:
“In a top-secret operation, a small team of Customs employees were sent undercover. Their task? To infiltrate Britain’s most dangerous drug gangs. But these were not trained spies. They were normal men and women, plucked from ordinary lives around the U.K., put through a basic training regime and tasked with building new identities in the criminal underworld. These identities were called Legends.”
A Talented Creative Team
Leading the creative forces behind Legends are writer and creator Neil Forsyth (known for The Gold), along with directors Brady Hood (from Top Boy) and Julian Holmes (from The Boys). They aim to bring this intense narrative to life with skillful direction and engaging storytelling.
Production Insights
The series will be produced by Tannadice Pictures, with executive producers Ben Farrell and Neil Forsyth, alongside Richard Bradley from Lion Television. Additionally, the series producer is Charlie Leech.
Viewers can anticipate an engrossing experience as Legends prepares to roll out on Netflix, showcasing a unique blend of drama and real-world themes that resonate with contemporary issues in the fight against drug trafficking.