Orphan Black" is set to expand with the upcoming spin-off, "Orphan Black: Echoes." The release of the first trailer has generated excitement about the new show, but details about the plot have been kept under wraps.
«Orphan Black,» which initially aired in 2013, propelled Tatiana Maslany to stardom as she portrayed Sarah, a con artist whose life takes a dramatic turn when she encounters a woman who is her exact doppelgänger. After assuming the life of this woman, Sarah discovers that she is one of several identical clones, all portrayed by Maslany, entangled in a perilous conspiracy.
The show received critical acclaim, particularly for Maslany's performance, which earned her an Emmy award. After five seasons, the series concluded, but a podcast continued the story, revealing the clones to the public.
Now, «Orphan Black: Echoes» is set to continue the saga in a fresh and bold direction. While much of the plot remains a secret, the trailer suggests it will delve into a darker narrative.
The cast of «Orphan Black: Echoes» features Krysten Ritter, known for her role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series «Jessica Jones.» Ritter's involvement in the show hints at her potential portrayal of clones. Other cast members include Keeley Hawes, Amanda Fix, Avan Jogia, Rya Kihlstedt, James Hiroyuki Liao, and Reed Diamond.
The series was originally aiming for an early 2023 premiere to coincide with the 10th anniversary of the original show. However, production delays, likely due to ongoing strikes in Hollywood, pushed the release date to 2024. «Orphan Black: Echoes» is expected to air on AMC,, AMC+,