Elgin James’ Prison Break Series Greenlit for Hulu Streaming
The popular series Prison Break is set to expand on Hulu with a new pilot ordered by the streaming platform. Elgin James is at the helm, bringing a unique story to the well-known franchise.
New Plot Overview
The upcoming show will center on a soldier-turned-corrections officer who takes a position in one of America’s deadliest prisons. Her motivation is deeply personal, as she strives to demonstrate her dedication to someone she loves.
Cast and Characters
- Emily Browning as Cassidy
- Drake Rodger as Tommy
- Lukas Gage as Jackson
- Clayton Cardenas as Michael “Ghost”
- JR Bourne as Junior
- Georgie Flores as Andrea
- Myles Bullock as Darius “Red”
Connection to Original Series
This new installment will not feature iconic characters from the original series, such as Michael Scofield (played by Wentworth Miller) and Lincoln Burrows (played by Dominic Purcell). The show is set to exist within the same universe but will tell a fresh story.
Development Timeline
The project was first announced in late 2023 and gained momentum by being picked up for a pilot in December. The pilot was filmed in West Virginia in June 2024.
Production Team
Elgin James serves as the showrunner, executive producer, writer, and director. He is joined by Dawn Olmstead, who also produced the original series. Other executive producers include Paul Scheuring, Marty Adelstein, and Neal Moritz.
Original Series Success
The original Prison Break premiered in 2005, following the story of Michael Scofield’s elaborate attempt to save his brother Lincoln from death row. The show aired for four successful seasons and concluded with a film, The Final Break, in 2009. A limited series revival aired in 2015, continuing the story.
Streaming Popularity
According to Nielsen, Prison Break ranked as the No. 1 most-streamed series in the U.S. in August 2024. All episodes of the original crime drama are currently available on Hulu.
Background of Elgin James
Elgin James made a name for himself in the industry with the FX series Mayans M.C., which he co-created and executive produced. He also directed and scored his debut film, Little Birds, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
Future Projects of the Production Team
Dawn Olmstead continues to work on various projects, including the psychological horror film Mommy’s Home and a thriller titled Apex starring Charlize Theron.
This new take on Prison Break promises to add excitement to the beloved franchise while introducing compelling new characters and storylines.
