Introducing “Charmer”: A New Drama Series on Sky
Anthony Boyle, known from House of Guinness, is set to lead in the new Sky drama series Charmer. He plays a professional seducer who is employed by affluent clients to test the loyalty of their partners. This provocative role places him at the center of a narrative that explores themes of trust and temptation.
Joining Boyle in this sultry eight-episode series are Siena Kelly (Black Mirror), Connor Swindells (The Entertainment System is Down), and Sophie Wilde (Digger). The cast also includes Sam Delich, Vivian Oparah, Neil Maskell, Karan Gill, Sophie Simnett, and Polly Walker.
Production and Release Details
The series is currently in production, with Working Title and Story Films producing in collaboration with Universal Global Television and Sky Studios. It is scheduled to be broadcast on Sky and its streaming service Now in the UK and Italy. NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution will manage the international sales for the series.
Plot Overview
Charmer revolves around a dynamic group of individuals in their thirties living in London. Their lives take an unexpected turn due to the actions of Ryan (played by Boyle), a professional who tests how faithful wealthy individuals’ partners are. As Ryan gets closer to a client’s wedding day, he finds himself personally invested in an assignment, blurring the lines between professional duties and personal feelings. This threatens the detachment that has always been crucial in his line of work. As he navigates through webs of deceit and burgeoning desires, Ryan faces the danger of violating his fundamental rule: never fall in love.
Screening at a Major Event
This announcement was made just before the commencement of the UK’s largest television industry event, the Edinburgh TV Festival. This year marks the last time the event will be hosted in Edinburgh before it moves to Manchester next year.
Creators and Key Contributors
Thomas Aspell is the creator and writer of the show, with direction by Elliot Hegarty. Additional episodes are penned by Melissa Bubnic, Constance Cheng, and Anna Ssemuyaba, with Dionne Edwards directing the second block of episodes.
The executive production team includes Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Surian Fletcher-Jones, and Simon Hatton from Working Title Television, along with David Nath and Peter Beard from Story Films. Aspell and Hegarty also serve as executive producers. Josh Wilkins is on board as a co-executive producer, while Manpreet Dosanjh acts as the commissioning editor for Sky. Charlotte Surtees takes on the role of series producer.
Meghan Lyvers, Managing Director of Scripted Originals at Sky, praised the series, stating, “Charmer represents the kind of daring and original storytelling that Sky aims to promote. Tom has developed a truly unique perspective on modern romance, brought vividly to life by an outstanding ensemble cast headed by Anthony, Siena, Connor, and Sophie.”
Anthony Boyle is represented by B-Side, WME, Tapestry London, and Johnson Shapiro Slewett & Kole.
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