'The Residence' Netflix limited series: Filming to resume in January 2024; know the plot, cast & more
The Residence,' it has been confirmed that filming, previously delayed due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, is set to resume in January 2024.
The series, based on Kate Anderson Brower’s book 'The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House,' promises to deliver a murder mystery in the vein of Agatha Christie’s Poirot.
Netflix, which acquired the book rights in July 2018, announced the series adaptation in March 2022. Attorney-turned-screenwriter Paul William Davies, known for his work on projects like Scandal and For the People, will serve as both the writer and showrunner for 'The Residence.' The series is part of Davies’ new overall deal with Netflix, where Shondaland is also exclusively tied. Joining Shondaland’s impressive Netflix portfolio, which includes the popular Bridgerton and the recently released Inventing Anna, 'The Residence' is eagerly awaited by viewers. Liza Johnson, director of 'The Last of Us,' is set to direct four episodes of the series.
Plot unveiled
The plot of 'The Residence' will draw inspiration from Brower's book, offering an intimate portrayal of the White House service staff, spanning administrations from the Kennedys to the Obamas. The narrative takes a thrilling turn, transforming into a murder mystery set in the iconic residence.
Star-studded cast
The cast, featuring Orange is the New Black star Uzo Aduba as the lead, has been unveiled in two waves. Notable additions include Andre Braugher, Edwina Findley, and Susan Kelechi Watson, each playing crucial roles within the White House setting.
Episodic unveiling
Netflix has confirmed that 'The Residence' will consist of eight episodes, each approximately 60
