Catherine Zeta-Jones is trading in her Wednesday Addams elegance for something far more lethal. The Oscar-winning actress is set to headline Kill Jackie, an eight-episode revenge thriller that promises to blend the cat-and-mouse tension of Killing Eve with the balletic brutality of John Wick. The series will premiere exclusively on AMC+ in the U.S. this fall, and it's already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated streaming events of the season.
Based on Nick Harkaway's novel The Price You Pay, Kill Jackie follows Jackie Price (Zeta-Jones), a high-end art dealer who has spent two decades living a quiet, luxurious life while hiding from a criminal past. That carefully constructed world comes crashing down when she learns that a squad of ruthless assassins known as The Seven Demons have been hired to kill her. Forced to tap into old instincts, Jackie devises a dangerous plan to take down her would-be killers before they can finish the job.
The series was created for television by Conor Keane and Tom Butterworth, and Zeta-Jones also serves as a producer. The cast is stacked with talent, including Daniel Ings, Bill Paterson, and Ron Perlman, alongside Sidse Babett Knudsen, Óscar Jaenada, Hattie Hook, Darci Shaw, Raff Law, Enzo Cilenti, Christine Adams, and Tadashi Ito. With that ensemble, the show is poised to deliver both emotional depth and high-octane action.
Zeta-Jones is no stranger to commanding the screen. From her Oscar-winning turn in Chicago to iconic roles in The Mask of Zorro and Entrapment, she has proven time and again that she can handle complex characters. More recently, she has charmed audiences as Morticia Addams in Netflix's massive hit Wednesday. Now, she's stepping into a role that lets her explore a darker, more ruthless side—one that fans of revenge thrillers will surely relish.
AMC+ has become a destination for gripping, genre-defying content, with hits like The Walking Dead, The Vampire Lestat, and The Terror: Devil in Silver. Kill Jackie fits perfectly into that lineup, offering a fresh take on the revenge thriller that blends high-stakes conspiracy with visceral action. For fans of Prime Video's hidden action gems, this series promises to deliver similar thrills with a stylish, cinematic edge.
The first look images from the series have already been released, teasing a sleek, dangerous world where art and violence collide. Zeta-Jones appears poised and deadly, a far cry from the genteel art dealer she portrays. The show's synopsis hints at a cat-and-mouse game that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats, as Jackie uses her wits and old skills to outmaneuver a team of professional killers.
With its blend of high-concept premise, stellar cast, and the star power of Catherine Zeta-Jones, Kill Jackie is shaping up to be a must-watch this fall. Whether you're a fan of revenge thrillers, character-driven dramas, or just great television, this series is one to keep on your radar. Stay tuned for more updates as the premiere date approaches.
