Prime Video Plans Civil War Spy Drama The Gray House Produced by Costner, Freeman

Prime Video will stream "The Gray House," an eight-part limited series set during the American Civil War, produced by Kevin Costner and Morgan Freeman, debuting in early 2026. The drama focuses on a true story of a covert network of female spies operating within Confederate power circles, featuring a Virginia socialite, her mother, a formerly enslaved sister-in-arms, and a notorious courtesan, who turn an underground railroad into a spy network that influences the war's outcome. The series boasts a talented ensemble cast including Mary-Louise Parker, Daisy Head, Amethyst Davis, and Ben Vereen, with additional supporting actors known for various acclaimed roles. Directed by Roland Joffe and penned by Leslie Greif, Darrell Fetty, and John Sayles, the show blends historical detail with character-driven plots exploring espionage's moral complexities. The production involves Paramount's Republic Pictures alongside Costner's Territory Pictures, Freeman's Revelations Entertainment, and Big Dreams Entertainment, with music contributions from notable artists such as Willie Nelson, Shania Twain, Killer Mike, and Jon Bon Jovi. The series has already garnered positive attention, including an 8.7/10 IMDb rating and a debut showing at the 2024 Monte-Carlo Television Festival.