Anders Holm has signed on for a major role in the live-actionGodzilla and the Titansseries on Apple TV Plus. The heavily anticipated series is based on Legendary Pictures' MonsterVerse franchise, which includes all the recent film installments of Godzilla and King Kong.
The untitled series takes place following the immediate aftermath of the epic battle betweenGodzillaand the Titans. Few details have been revealed about the plot, but fans do know that the new series will follow a family trying to uncover their family’sclandestine connection to Monarch, the scientific organization that monitors Godzilla and the Titans.
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Holm’s role is currently unknown, butVarietyconfirmed that it will be a major and recurring role. He is best known for co-creating and starring in Comedy Network’s hit seriesWorkaholics. Following the success ofWorkaholics, he once again partnered with his co-creators Adam Devine and Blake Anderson on the Netflix feature comedyGame Over, Man!Holm is also known for hisroles inInventing Anna,The Mindy Project, andNeighbors.
Holm will join previously announced cast members Anna Sawai, Ren Watabe, Kiersey Clemons, Joe Tippett. and Elisa Lasowski. Acting legend Kurt Russell and his son Wyatt Russell were added to the cast in July. All of their roles have been kept under wraps. TheGodzillaTV series was co-created byMad MenandStar Trek: Enterpriseproducer Chris Black alongsideIron Man 2andThor: God of Thunderwriter Matt Fraction. The former will be the sole showrunner for the series. Additionally,WandaVisiondirector Matt Shakmanwill direct the first two episodes and serve as an executive producer.
With this many esteemed action writers and producers on the production team, fans can expect high-quality action sequences on par with the Marvel Cinematic Universe franchise.The MonsterVerse seriesis known for its expansive CGI and special effects, so it is up to Shakman and his team to continue that legacy. This Apple TV Plus series is the most recent installment in the franchise sinceGodzilla vs. Kongin 2021. It is the first live-action TV series in the MonsterVerse universe.
Given that theGodzillaseries tends to involve mass destruction and death, adding Holm to the cast will provide not only a character with extensive acting experience but also someone who is adept at providing much-needed comic relief. The release date for the series has not been announced yet.
TheGodzilla and the Titansseries will be available on Apple TV Plus.
