Patrick Wilson Joins Adams, Bardem in Apple's Cape Fear Series

Patrick Wilson will star alongside Amy Adams and Javier Bardem in the upcoming Apple TV+ series adaptation of 'Cape Fear,' a tense thriller that explores America's current obsession with true crime. The 10-episode series, inspired by John D. MacDonald’s novel 'The Executioners' and previously adapted into films in 1962 and 1991, follows a married couple whose lives are disrupted when a notorious killer from their past is released from prison. Wilson is set to portray Tom Bowden, Anna's husband, while Adams plays Anna Bowden and Bardem takes on the role of the villain, Max Cady. The series is created by Nick Antosca, with notable executive producers including Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg. Under UCP and Amblin Television, the project aims to modernize the classic story while maintaining its thriller essence. With Wilson's extensive acting background and the involvement of acclaimed producers, expectations for 'Cape Fear' are high.