Cara Buono Joins Hulu's 'Southern Bastards' Pilot
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Cara Buono, known for her role in 'Stranger Things,' has joined the cast of Hulu's 'Southern Bastards' pilot in a recurring role. The series, based on the graphic novels, follows a military veteran's dangerous search for her father in a crime-ridden Alabama county. The project features a high-profile cast and creative team, including leads Kevin Bacon and Erin Kellyman, with Reinaldo Marcus Green directing.
Facts First
- Cara Buono joins the 'Southern Bastards' pilot in a recurring role.
- The show is based on graphic novels and follows a veteran (Erin Kellyman) searching for her father (Kevin Bacon) in a crime-ridden Alabama county.
- The pilot cast includes Kevin Bacon, Erin Kellyman, and Tim McGraw, with Jonathan Tucker, Amin Joseph, Ethan Suplee, Derek Luke, and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.
- Reinaldo Marcus Green will direct and executive produce the pilot, with Bill Dubuque writing the teleplay.
- The series is produced in association with Fifth Season, with executive producers including Ryan Coogler and Jason Aaron.
What Happened
Cara Buono has joined the cast of the 'Southern Bastards' pilot at Hulu in a recurring role. The pilot, which Hulu picked up in October 2025, is based on the graphic novels of the same name. The official logline states the show follows a tenacious military veteran (Erin Kellyman) into Craw County, Alabama, in search of her estranged father (Kevin Bacon), where she finds organized crime run by a high school football coach (Tim McGraw). The cast also includes Jonathan Tucker, Amin Joseph, Ethan Suplee, Derek Luke, and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor. Reinaldo Marcus Green will direct and executive produce the pilot, with Bill Dubuque writing the teleplay and serving as an executive producer.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of crime dramas or graphic novel adaptations, this project may bring a new, high-profile series to your streaming lineup. With a cast featuring well-known actors like Kevin Bacon and Tim McGraw, and a creative team that includes Oscar-nominated director Reinaldo Marcus Green and producer Ryan Coogler, the show has significant potential for quality. Its development could lead to more high-concept genre content being greenlit for streaming.
What's Next
The project will proceed with filming its pilot episode, directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green. Hulu will then evaluate the pilot to decide whether to order the series to full production. If successful, the show could become a new flagship drama for the platform, drawing in viewers who enjoy its source material or its ensemble cast.