Miniseries

Dead Ringers - Miniseries

(2023)

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Synopsis

Twin doctors look to change the way women give birth

Beverly and Elliot are brilliant identical twin gynecologists. Relying on each other always, the pair share almost everything - from romantic partners to drugs. Together, they make innovative leaps in their field, aiming to modernize healthcare for women. But when stray lovers begin to cause problems, the two who are so tightly bound begin to unravel.

6 Episodes

What to know

Rachel Weisz leads this television adaptation of a classic David Cronenberg movie

Dead Ringers is a psychological thriller television miniseries. It is based on the 1988 movie of the same name directed by horror maestro David Cronenberg. The show is produced by Amazon Studios, Annapurna Television, and Morgan Creek Entertainment. Alice Birch is the head writer of the show and acts as an executive producer. She is known for the screenplays of Lady Macbeth and The Wonder as well as having written episodes of Succession, Normal People, and Conversations with Friends. Confirmed directors include Sean Durkin, Karena Evans, Lauren Wolkstein, and Karyn Kusama.

Dead Ringers is led by the award-winning actress Rachel Weisz who plays twin gynecologists, Elliot and Beverly Mantle. These gender-flipped roles were played by Jeremy Irons in the original Cronenberg movie. Rachel Weisz is the recipient of an Academy Award, a Laurence Olivier Award, and a BAFTA. She is joined by Michael Chernus who plays Tom, Poppy Liu who portrays Greta, and Britne Oldford as Genevieve. Jeremy Shamos, Jennifer Ehle, and Emily Meade round out the cast in recurring roles.

Dead Ringers was released on April 21st, 2023. The show premiered  on Amazon Prime Video.

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Production News

  • August 18, 2020
    • The television adaptation of the Cronenberg classic Dead Ringers is confirmed to be in production. Rachel Weisz is attached to star and Alice Birch is confirmed as the writer. Annapurna TV and Amazon Prime Video are also announced to be involved. (Source: Deadline)
  • July 22, 2021
    • Michael Chernus is confirmed to have joined the cast in a regular role. (Source: Deadline)
  • August 3, 2021
    • It is reported that Poppy Liu joined the cast alongside Britne Oldford, Jeremy Shamos, Jennifer Ehle, and Emily Meade. (Source: Variety)
  • February 14, 2023
    • The show is given a release date of April 21st, 2023 for all six episodes. The announcement comes alongside first-look photos of the show. (Source: TVLine)
  • March 29, 2023
    • A new trailer for the miniseries shows Rachel Weisz performing opposite herself in the main roles. The trailer is released alongside a new poster. (Source: YouTube)

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Rating

IMDB 6.5 (8k)

Genres

Mystery & Thriller, Drama, Horror

Runtime

59min

Production country

United States

Cast

Rachel Weisz
Elliot Mantle / Beverly Mantle
Britne Oldford
Genevieve
Poppy Liu
Greta
Jennifer Ehle
Rebecca
Michael Chernus
Tom
Emily Meade
Susan
Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine
Silas
Jennean Farmer
Tessa
Aaron Dean Eisenberg
Jeremy
Gabi Carrubba
Helena
Tia Barr
Kimberly Swansel
Christina Brucato
Francesca
Brandon Bassir
Young Allen