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Sam Heughan Joins Viola Davis in Corporate Thriller 'Ascent'
22 Oct
Summary
- Sam Heughan stars as Conal, a top agent for Ascent Ventures.
- Viola Davis plays elite corporate fixer Catriona in the series.
- Production begins in Los Angeles in 2027 for Paramount+ series.

Sam Heughan is set to star alongside Viola Davis in Paramount+'s upcoming thriller series, 'Ascent.' The series delves into the world of global corporate crisis management.
Heughan will embody Conal, a top agent described as a charming and ruthless chameleon adept at achieving objectives. Davis, who also serves as an executive producer, will play Catriona, an elite corporate fixer whose skills are tested when her estranged daughter is endangered.
'Ascent' hails from creator John Logan and Paramount Television Studios. Production is slated to commence in Los Angeles in 2027, with an airdate to be announced for Paramount+. This marks a notable new role for Heughan following his extensive work on 'Outlander.'