Jensen Ackles Stars In 'Rules Of Prey' Series Ordered By MGM+ (Exclu)
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Key Points:
- Jensen Ackles will star in and executive produce the new MGM+ drama series Rules of Prey, based on the first novel in John Sandford’s Prey book series, marking another collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios.
- The series follows Lucas Davenport, a former Minneapolis detective drawn back into law enforcement to solve a series of murders by a cunning serial killer, engaging in a psychological duel with the antagonist.
- Created and showrun by Bruce Terris, the eight-episode season will be directed initially by Daniel Sackheim, with filming starting in Toronto this month and a planned release on MGM+ in multiple countries.
- Rules of Prey expands Ackles’ ongoing relationship with MGM+, where he also stars in and produces The Boys prequel Vought Rising, set for a 2027 premiere, and continues his prolific work in Amazon MGM Studios projects.
- The series aims to capture the suspense and psychological depth of Sandford’s novels, with a strong production team including executive producers from MGM Television and Take 5 Productions, and involvement from Sandford as co-producer.
