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Froggatt Joins 'Magnificent Seven' Western
29 May
Summary
- Joanne Froggatt is in final talks for MGM+ western remake.
- She will portray the leader of a besieged Quaker community.
- Filming for the series begins next week in Calgary.
Joanne Froggatt, recognized for her roles in 'MobLand' and 'Downton Abbey,' is reportedly in final discussions to join Matt Dillon in the MGM+ television adaptation of 'The Magnificent Seven.' This western series, set to begin filming on location in Calgary next week, is an adaptation of the classic 1960s film, which itself was inspired by Akira Kurosawa's 'Seven Samurai.'
Froggatt is expected to embody the leader of a Quaker community. This pacifist group, known for their belief in equality and non-violence, will be defended by a group of mercenaries led by Matt Dillon. The narrative promises tension as the community's principles clash with the harsh realities of the American wild west in the 1880s.
The series is a reimagining by 'Heroes' creator Tom Kring. The original 1960s film starred Yul Brynner and Steve McQueen, while a more recent 2016 film adaptation featured Denzel Washington. Froggatt's casting follows her recent work, including 'MobLand,' though her future in that project remains unconfirmed.
