URGENT UPDATE: Major stars Anna Kendrick and J.K. Simmons are officially set to star in the highly anticipated six-part geopolitical action series titled Embassy, as confirmed just moments ago during the MIPCOM television market in Cannes.
In this gripping new series, Kendrick portrays Layla, a resourceful American diplomat stationed at the U.S. Embassy in London. When the embassy is suddenly attacked by armed mercenaries, Layla is thrust into a perilous situation. Under orders from the U.S. Ambassador, played by Simmons, she must extract a high-value asset trapped within the compound. The plot thickens as Layla teams up with her ex, a British SAS soldier, amid growing evidence of a larger conspiracy.
Filming for Embassy is scheduled to kick off in February 2026 in both London and Cologne. The series is being produced by AGC Television, alongside Ascendant Fox and Turbine Studios. The creative team includes acclaimed writer Rom Lotan and director John Strickland, known for his work on popular series like Bodyguard and Line of Duty.
As the excitement builds, AGC will be showcasing Embassy to international buyers at MIPCOM next week, highlighting its potential as a must-watch series.
Kendrick is not slowing down; she is also set to appear in the upcoming film Babies alongside Seth Rogen, with production beginning in Los Angeles this November. Meanwhile, Simmons is busy with an impressive lineup, featuring roles in The Accountant 2 and David Ayer’s action film Heart of the Beast alongside Brad Pitt.
As more details unfold, fans of both actors and action-packed thrillers are urged to stay tuned for additional updates on Embassy. This series promises to deliver intense drama and unexpected twists that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
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