Supernatural thrillers either end up being a hit or a miss. So, we are desperately hoping that the upcoming series Mayfair Witches turns out to be a hit which will make sure the fantasy fanatics out there are pleased.
The upcoming Anne Rice’s Mayfair Witches is created by Esta Spalding and Michelle Ashford. As the name already suggests, it is based on the novel trilogy Lives of the Mayfair Witches by Anne Rice. The show will stand out to be second television one in Rice’s Immortal Universe. Ahead of the release of the show, let us look at some important details in regard to it.
Mayfair Witches Cast
The main cast for the series includes Alexandra Daddario as Dr. Rowan Fielding, Harry Hamlin as Cortland Mayfair, Tongayi Chirisa as Ciprien Grieve and Jack Huston as Lasher. The recurring cast members are Annabeth Gish as Deirdre Mayfair, Beth Grant as Carlotta Mayfair, Erica Gimpel as Ellie Mayfair and Jen Richards as Jojo.
Mayfair Witches Plot/Synopsis
The trailer description for the series reads: “Mayfair Witches is an exploration of female power and the mortal implications of our decisions. Mayfair Witches focuses on an intuitive young neurosurgeon (Daddario) who discovers that she is the unlikely heir to a family of witches. As she grapples with her newfound powers, she must contend with a sinister presence that has haunted her family for generations.”
The plot of the story revolves around Daddario’s Dr. Rowan Fielding, who discovers her Mayfair heritage as the uncontrollable inheritance of power takes over her. Coming from a family of Witches, the trailer shows a sinister presence that haunts her and her family.
Mayfair Witches Release Date, Trailer and More
The series is scheduled to arrive on AMC+ on January 8, 2023. The first episode of the show is titled “The Witching Hour” and is written by Michelle Ashford & Esta Spalding. As of now, it is revealed that the show will consist of eight episodes, each getting a weekly release. Will Bates serves as the composer of the series. It is produced by Pail Eyes Pictures, Round Two Productions, Gran Via Productions and AMC Studios and, distributed by AMC Networks.
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