Idris Elba has joined the cast of the A24 TV series ‘Things Fall Apart,’ Elba is also set to executive produce on the project.
The series story follows Okonkwo (Elba), one of literature’s most iconic characters – a fearless African warrior and leader who is resolute about preserving his people and culture. As British colonizers disrupt his world, Okonkwo’s struggle to maintain power and tradition spirals into a heart-wrenching confrontation. His fierce resolve, a fatal flaw in the face of unstoppable change, makes him an unforgettable character, embodying the tension between strength, vulnerability and adaptability.
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The hunt for a writer is currently in progress and a streaming platform has yet to jump on board of the project.
Gina Carter will executive produce alongside Elba under their recently launched 22Summers production banner. David Oyelowo and Amanda N’Duka will executive produce via Yoruba Saxon. Ben Forkner, Dayo Ogunyemi, and Achebe Masterworks also serve as executive producers. A24 is the studio.
Elba recently earned an Emmy nomination for his starring role in the Apple series ‘Hijack.’
