Ben Hardy Cast as Daniel West in Prime Video's Stillwater

Ben Hardy has been cast in the leading role of Daniel West for the upcoming Prime Video series "Stillwater." This project is a collaboration between Berlanti Productions, Warner Bros. Television, and Skybound Entertainment, indicating a significant production backing for the series. The narrative of "Stillwater" is derived from the Skybound graphic novel of the same name, which was created by Chip Zdarsky and Ramón K Pérez. This source material provides a foundation for the series' plot and character development.

"Stillwater" is described as a mind-bending horror thriller. The series will center on the character of Daniel West, portrayed by Hardy, who is an ex-convict. The plot is expected to explore the complexities and potential dangers associated with his past and his current circumstances. The genre of mind-bending horror thriller suggests a narrative that will likely involve psychological elements, suspense, and supernatural or unsettling events, aiming to keep viewers engaged and on edge. The involvement of Berlanti Productions, known for its work on numerous successful television series, and Warner Bros. Television, a major studio, points to a high-quality production.

Skybound Entertainment, the company behind the original graphic novel, also brings its expertise in adapting comic book properties into other media. Their involvement ensures a degree of fidelity to the source material while allowing for creative interpretation for the television format. The graphic novel by Chip Zdarsky, a writer known for his work on titles like "Sex Criminals" and "The White Knight" Batman series, and Ramón K Pérez, a visual artist, has established the world and characters that "Stillwater" will bring to life. The specific details of the plot beyond Daniel West's ex-con status are not yet fully revealed, but the genre implies a focus on suspenseful storytelling and potentially a dark, atmospheric tone. The casting of Ben Hardy, who has previously appeared in projects like "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "6 Underground," suggests a deliberate choice for a lead actor capable of portraying a complex and potentially troubled character within the horror thriller genre. The series is slated for release on Prime Video, a streaming platform that has been actively expanding its original content library, particularly in genre programming.