Matthew Macfadyen Cast as George Smiley in Legacy of Spies

Matthew Macfadyen is set to portray George Smiley in a new TV series titled 'Legacy of Spies,' based on the works of renowned author John le Carré. The series, produced by The Ink Factory and Fifth Season, will amalgamate several of le Carré's novels, including 'The Spy Who Came In From The Cold' and 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,' along with unpublished works. This project represents another screen adaptation of the iconic character Smiley, previously played by actors such as Gary Oldman and Alec Guinness. The production team, including Stephen Cornwell and Clarissa Ingram, has already drafted multiple scripts, and the series has garnered interest from potential buyers in both the U.S. and U.K. Macfadyen, who gained acclaim for his role in 'Succession,' continues to build his resume with this high-profile project. The Ink Factory has a strong track record of adapting le Carré's work successfully, including the Emmy-winning 'The Night Manager.'