Amazon Prime Video Casts Leads for Adaptation of 'Boys of Tommen' Series
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Amazon Prime Video has announced the first cast members for its upcoming series adaptation of Chloe Walsh's popular 'Boys of Tommen' book series. The show, which follows a star rugby player and a new student navigating personal crises, is being produced by Wiip in association with Amazon MGM Studios. The series was greenlit earlier this year and will adapt the first two novels, 'Binding 13' and 'Keeping 13'.
Facts First
- Nancy Surridge makes her acting debut as Shannon Lynch, a shy new student with a troubled home life.
- Conor Sánchez plays Johnny Kavanagh, the rugby star facing a potential career-ending injury.
- The series is based on the first two novels of Irish author Chloe Walsh's 'Boys of Tommen' series.
- The adaptation is written by Poppy Cogan, known for 'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder', who also executive produces.
- Production is led by Wiip and Amazon MGM Studios, with Brendan Canty directing and Ingrid Goodwin producing.
What Happened
Amazon Prime Video announced the principal cast for its upcoming adaptation of Chloe Walsh's 'Boys of Tommen' book series. Nancy Surridge will play Shannon Lynch, a shy and mysterious new student at Tommen College, marking her first acting role. Conor Sánchez is cast as Johnny Kavanagh, the school's rugby star and Shannon's love interest. James O'Donoghue will play Joey, Shannon's older brother, and Sophie McGibbon will play Aoife Molloy, Joey's love interest. The series, greenlit earlier this year, is produced by Wiip in association with Amazon MGM Studios, with Brendan Canty directing and Ingrid Goodwin producing.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of the popular 'Boys of Tommen' novels, this adaptation may bring the characters you've read about to life on screen. The series could introduce you to new actors, as the cast includes both newcomers and established performers from other projects. You may see more adaptations of popular book series from Amazon Prime Video if this production is successful.
What's Next
With the main cast now announced, production on the series is likely to move forward. The show, which adapts the first two novels, may premiere on Amazon Prime Video in the future, though a release date has not been announced.