Jupiter's Legacy (TV series)
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| Created by | Steven S. DeKnight |
| Based on | Jupiter's Legacy by Mark Millar & Frank Quitely |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 8 |
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| Camera setup | Single-camera |
| Running time | 35–56 minutes |
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| Network | Netflix |
| Release | May 7, 2021 |
Jupiter's Legacy is an American superhero streaming television series created by Steven S. DeKnight, based on the comic book series by Mark Millar and Frank Quitely, that premiered on Netflix on May 7, 2021. The series stars Josh Duhamel, Ben Daniels, Leslie Bibb, Elena Kampouris, Andrew Horton, Mike Wade, Matt Lanter and David Julian Hirsh.
Synopsis
Jupiter's Legacy follows the story of the world's first superheroes who received their powers in the 1930s. In the present day, they are the revered elder guard but their superpowered children struggle to live up to the legendary feats of their parents.[1]
Cast and characters
Main
- Josh Duhamel as Sheldon Sampson / The Utopian, Grace's husband, Walter's younger brother and the leader of the superhero team known as The Union
- Ben Daniels as Walter Sampson / Brainwave, Sheldon's older brother
- Leslie Bibb as Grace Sampson / Lady Liberty, Sheldon's wife and one of the most powerful heroes on the planet
- Elena Kampouris as Chloe Sampson, Grace and Sheldon's rebellious daughter
- Andrew Horton as Brandon Sampson / The Paragon, Grace and Sheldon's son
- Mike Wade as Fitz Small / The Flare, one of the most valued members of The Union
- Matt Lanter as George Hutchence / Skyfox, Sheldon's closest ally before turning against him and the rest of his teammates in The Union
Recurring
- Tenika Davis as Petra Small / The Flare II, Fitz's daughter
- Anna Akana as Raikou, a hero for hire who wields two swords
Guest
- Chase Tang as Supervillain Baryon
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Teleplay by | Original release date | |
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| 1 | "By Dawn's Early Light" | Unknown | Steven DeKnight | May 7, 2021 | |
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Present Day: The children of Sheldon Sampson, aka The Utopian, Brandon, and Chloe struggle to live in the shadow of their father's legacy. Brandon pushes himself to prove he's a worthy successor to his father, while Chloe couldn't care less. Heroes old and new fight to bring down an old threat that has broken out of Supermax, or has he. In 1929, Sheldon and his brother, Walter, are working in their father's steel company living a privileged life. Things take a turn when the stock market crash and their father commits suicide. | |||||
| 2 | "Paper and Stone" | Unknown | Henry G.M. Jones | May 7, 2021 | |
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Present Day: Following the Blackstar incident, Sheldon scolds Brandon for going against the Code, despite the fact many people and law enforcement seem to support his choice. Brandon deals with the ramifications of taking a life and the loss of his friends. It is discovered that the Blackstar the heroes fought is not in fact Blackstar and no one knows where or how he came to be. In 1929: Sheldon confronts a reporter over an expose on the family business and discovers his father was not the man he thought he was. Later, at his father's funeral, he has a seizure and is hospitalized after having a vision of an island and a voice telling him to go there. | |||||
| 3 | "Painting the Clouds With Sunshine" | Unknown | Morenike Balogun Koch | May 7, 2021 | |
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Present Day: A band of villains led by a man named, Hutch, has a series of foiled heists in trying to complete a task for their boss. After what seems like a clean getaway they have a run-in with a drunk, disoriented Chloe who takes their ill-gotten goods. In 1929: After the funeral, Sheldon's brother and friends become consider on what looks to be a deteriorating mental state. Worried about Sheldon's uncharacteristic behavior, George visits him. George is unable to figure out how to best help his friend while trying to deal with the turn in his fortune. | |||||
| 4 | "All the Devils Are Here" | Unknown | Akela Cooper | May 7, 2021 | |
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With her partying spiraling out of control, Chloe nears rock bottom. Sheldon encounters hardship in his search for answers to the visions haunting him. | |||||
| 5 | "What's the Use?" | Unknown | Kate Barnow | May 7, 2021 | |
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Sheldon tries to assemble a dream team for his quest into the unknown. An autopsy unearths a puzzling object that connects to Chloe's new acquaintance. | |||||
| 6 | "Cover Her Face" | Unknown | Sang Kyu Kim | May 7, 2021 | |
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Grace sees first hand how the Code is affecting the younger superheroes. Tempers flare abroad the ship as Sheldon forges ahead with his expedidtion. | |||||
| 7 | "Omnes Pro Uno" | Unknown | Julia Cooperman | May 7, 2021 | |
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The perilous final leg of their journey pushes Sheldon's ragtag team to the brink. Walter reaches out to a questionable source to extract information. | |||||
| 8 | "How it All Ends" | Unknown | Steven DeKnight | May 7, 2021 | |
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As Walter's situation grows dire, Sheldon and Brandon join forces I a do-or-die showdown with a supervillain. Hutch runs into trouble during a heist. | |||||
Production
Development
On July 17, 2018, it was announced that Netflix had given the production a series order for an eight-episode first season.[1] The series was created by Steven S. DeKnight, who is credited as an executive producer alongside Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Dan McDermott.[1][2] On September 16, 2019, it was confirmed that DeKnight departed the series as showrunner over creative differences in the midst of the production for the first season.[3] In November 2019, it was announced that Sang Kyu Kim was taking over as showrunner, following DeKnight's exit from the series.[4]
Casting
In February 2019, it was announced that Josh Duhamel, Ben Daniels, Leslie Bibb, Elena Kampouris, Andrew Horton, Mike Wade and Matt Lanter would star in the series.[5][6] In April 2019, it was reported that Tenika Davis had been cast in a recurring role.[7] In August 2019, it was reported that Chase Tang had been cast as a supervillain.[8] In September 2020, Anna Akana was cast in recurring role.[9][10]
Filming
Principal photography for the first season was scheduled to initially commence in May 2019.[11] Filming for the first season commenced in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on July 2, 2019[12] and ended on January 24, 2020.[13] Additional reshoots occurred in January 2021.[14]
Release
On February 24, 2021, a teaser trailer for the series was released.[15] On April 7, 2021, Netflix released the official trailer for the series.[16] The official trailer for the series features "Play God" by British artist Sam Fender.[17][18] The series premiered on May 7, 2021.[19][20]
References
- ^ a b c Kit, Borys; Goldberg, Lesley (July 17, 2018). "'Jupiter's Legacy' Series, 'Empress' Film Among Mark Millar's First Netflix Slate". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 10, 2019.
- ^ "Netflix announces first slate of series and films based on the stories of Mark Millar". Netflix Media Center. July 17, 2018. Retrieved February 10, 2019.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (September 16, 2019). "'Jupiter's Legacy': Showrunner Steven S. DeKnight Exits As Filming Of Netflix Series Continues". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 16, 2019.
- ^ Petski, Denise (November 8, 2019). "'Jupiter's Legacy': Sang Kim Joins As Showrunner Of Netflix Series Following Steven S. DeKnight Exit". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 5, 2019.
- ^ Petski, Denise; Nellie, Andreeva (January 1, 2021). "'Jupiter's Legacy': Josh Duhamel, Leslie Bibb, Ben Daniels & Matt Lanter Among 7 Cast In Netflix Series". Retrieved January 1, 2021.
- ^ "Josh Duhamel, Ben Daniels, Leslie Bibb, Elena Kampouris, Andrew Horton, Mike Wade and Matt Lanter join Jupiter's Legacy". Netflix Media Center. February 11, 2018. Retrieved February 11, 2019.
- ^ Petski, Denise (April 8, 2019). "'Jupiter's Legacy': Tenika Davis To Recur In Netflix Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 8, 2019.
- ^ Parker, Jordan (August 27, 2019). "Hometown actor lands Netflix series gig". Halifax Today. Retrieved August 27, 2019.
- ^ Akana, Anna (September 25, 2020). "Magical Girl Friendship Squad's Anna Akana on What Drew Her to the Show" (Online). Interviewed by Sam Stone. Comic Book Resources. Archived from the original on September 25, 2020. Retrieved September 25, 2020.
- ^ Stone, Sam (September 24, 2020). "Jupiter's Legacy: Anna Akana Brags Her Costume Is the Show's Best". Comic Book Resources. Archived from the original on September 25, 2020. Retrieved September 25, 2020.
- ^ Barnhardt, Adam (February 15, 2019). "'Jupiter's Legacy' Reportedly Begins Filming This May". Comic Book. Retrieved February 15, 2019.
- ^ Lovett, Jamie (July 2, 2019). "Netflix's Jupiter's Legacy Series Begins Filming". Comic Book. Retrieved July 3, 2019.
- ^ Flook, Ray (January 23, 2020). ""Jupiter's Legacy": Mark Millar Updates Netflix Series: "It's Just Finished Filming"". Bleeding Cool. Retrieved September 10, 2020.
- ^ "'Jupiter's Legacy' Netflix Millarworld Series: Release Date, Plot, Cast & Trailer". What's on Netflix. February 23, 2021.
- ^ Oller, Jacob; Weiss, Josh (March 1, 2021). "Jupiter's Legacy: Netflix Announces May Debut And Drops First Look Images For Mark Millar Series". Syfy. Retrieved May 7, 2021.
- ^ Hersko, Tyler (April 7, 2021). "'Jupiter's Legacy' Trailer: Netflix Turns Mark Millar's Comic Book into Epic Superhero Television". IndieWire. Retrieved May 7, 2021.
- ^ Patches, Matt (April 7, 2021). "Netflix and Mark Millar's Jupiter's Legacy trailer promises a multigenerational superhero story". Polygon.
- ^ "'Jupiter's Legacy' Trailer Reveals Netflix's New Superhero Epic". Collider. April 7, 2021.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (October 9, 2020). "'The Magic Order' Not Moving Forward; Netflix Series Was Based On Mark Millar Comic". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 9, 2020.
- ^ Ramos, Dino-Ray (February 23, 2021). "'Jupiter's Legacy' Teaser: Mark Millar And Frank Quietly Superhero Drama Sets Release Date At Netflix". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 23, 2021.
