Claire Danes, Ewan McGregor Lead Hulu’s A24 Series ‘The Spot’
Emmy winners Claire Danes and Ewan McGregor are set to star in Hulu’s upcoming drama series, The Spot. This show is backed by A24 and is helmed by creator and executive producer Ed Solomon.
Details of the Production
Initially, Kate Winslet was attached to the project as both star and executive producer. However, she departed in June 2024 for creative reasons. Shortly thereafter, Danes was approached to take over, leading to months of negotiations before finalizing her involvement. McGregor joined the cast shortly after.
Plot Overview
The Spot centers on a successful surgeon portrayed by Danes and her school teacher husband, played by McGregor. The couple faces a troubling situation when they begin to suspect that Danes’ character may be involved in a child’s hit-and-run death. This sets off a journey filled with suspense, unveiling dark secrets and testing both their relationship and integrity.
Production Team
- Showrunner: Ed Solomon
- Executive Producers: Ed Solomon, Robin Sweet, Ariel Kleiman
- Director: Ariel Kleiman
- Studio: A24, co-producing with 20th Television and Hulu
Production for The Spot is scheduled to begin in 2026, promising an intriguing exploration of themes like guilt and betrayal within a relationship.
Cast Highlights
Claire Danes is a two-time Emmy winner recognized for her role in Homeland. She is currently involved in a limited series titled The Beast Inside Me, reuniting with co-creator Howard Gordon. Earlier this year, she starred in Fleishman is in Trouble, earning an Emmy nomination.
Ewan McGregor is also no stranger to acclaim, having won an Emmy for Halston. Recently, he led the limited series A Gentleman In Moscow on Showtime. He is next set to appear in the sci-fi film Flowervale Street, alongside Anne Hathaway.
Representation
- Claire Danes: WME, Michael Aglion at Signpost Management, Ziffren Brittenham
- Ewan McGregor: UTA, attorney Robert Offer, Mariya Levy of Sloane, Offer, Weber & Dern
With its captivating premise and a talented cast, The Spot is poised to attract significant attention when it premieres on Hulu.
