The Apple TV+ limited series “Defending Jacob” premiered on April 24, 2020. The eight-episode crime drama is based on William Landay‘s novel of the same name. Mark Bomback created, wrote and executive produced the series for television, while Morten Tyldum directed every episode. Scroll down for our exclusive interviews with top Emmy contenders from the show.
Chris Evans and Michelle Dockery play Andy, a respected assistant district attorney, and Laurie, a child-care worker, who live in a quaint New England suburb with their 14-year-old son, Jacob (Jaeden Martell). One day, not far from the town’s middle school, one of Jacob’s classmates is found stabbed to death in a park.
SEEThe best legal argument for watching ‘Defending Jacob’? Supporting stars Cherry Jones and J.K. Simmons – I rest my case!
Circumstances in the case, such as Jacob being bullied by the victim and online rumors that he had a knife, cause...
Chris Evans and Michelle Dockery play Andy, a respected assistant district attorney, and Laurie, a child-care worker, who live in a quaint New England suburb with their 14-year-old son, Jacob (Jaeden Martell). One day, not far from the town’s middle school, one of Jacob’s classmates is found stabbed to death in a park.
SEEThe best legal argument for watching ‘Defending Jacob’? Supporting stars Cherry Jones and J.K. Simmons – I rest my case!
Circumstances in the case, such as Jacob being bullied by the victim and online rumors that he had a knife, cause...
- 7/3/2020
- by Susan Wloszczyna
- Gold Derby
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