Oh, I’ve definitely got the next big thriller-drama for you to put on your radar, and it’ll keep you guessing from week-to-week, I just know it!

Presumed Innocent is an upcoming 8-part Apple TV+ series starring and exec produced by Jake Gyllenhaal, hailing from David E. Kelley and another big exec producer in the shape of J.J. Abrams. Based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Scott Turow, not forgetting the 1990-Harrison Ford-movie, the team of Kelley and Abrams told us that…

“Our series is a re-imagining of Scott Turow’s work, which we hope inspires the same kind of spirited whodunit discussion from week to week as the series rolls out.”

Direction comes from Anne Sewitsky and Greg Yaitanes, and what a cast that includes Gyllenhaal with co-starring vital roles for Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, O-T Fagbenle, Chase Infiniti, Elizabeth Marvel, Nana Mensah, Renate Reinsve, Peter Sarsgaard and Kingston Rumi Southwick.

What’s it about? Just before you check out the trailer, this is a gripping tale that takes you on an intense, intriguing journey through the horrific murder that upends the Chicago Prosecuting Attorney’s office… after chief deputy prosecutor Rusty Sabich (played by Gyllenhaal) is suspected of the crime. The series explores obsession, sex, politics, and the power and limits of love, as the accused fights to hold his family and marriage together…. have a watch:

Presumed Innocent makes its global debut on Apple TV+, premiering the first two episodes on Wednesday, 12 June followed by a new episode every Wednesday through to 24 July.

Backing it is Bad Robot Productions and David E. Kelley Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.

Presumed Innocent comes to Apple TV+ from 12 June