Jessica Chastain Is Heading To TV To Play A Country Music Legend In Paramount Network’s ‘George & Tammy’
By Hoai-Tran Bui/Sept. 11, 2020 1:30 pm EST
“I first read Abe’s feature script a few years ago and couldn’t get it out of my head — the examination of human frailty and redemption was so unexpected, given the glitz and glamour of the subject matter,” said Katherine Pope, head of Spectrum Originals. “We all thought we knew who Tammy Wynette was, but there is so much more to her that we never saw. Jessica brings her incredible depth of intelligence, empathy and strength to peel back all the layers of this country superstar.”
The series is created by the writer of the original feature film Abe Sylvia (Dead to Me), who executive produces alongside Andrew Lazar (American Sniper), Josh Brolin (who was previously attached to play Jones) and Chastain. David Glasser, David Hutkin and Bob Yari are executive producers from 101 Studios (Yellowstone) along with series writer Bryan Goluboff.
Chastain’s continued involvement is what allowed Spectrum and ViacomCBS to come to this deal, as “high-end originals with marketable stars” cut through the clutter of content that makes it difficult for lesser-known cable network’s like Spectrum and new streaming platforms like the CBS All Access/Paramount Network. The role will definitely attract interest for Chastain’s first TV series regular role — the Golden Globe winner and Oscar nominee paid her dues in bit parts about a decade ago before her movie career took off. Plus, we’ll finally get to hear Chastain’s singing chops.
A premiere date and episode count have not yet been announced.
