Lukas Gage to Play Politician in Hulu’s Prison Break Reboot
Lukas Gage is starring as a first-time congressional candidate in a Prison Break reboot for Hulu, according to the actor. Gage told reporters at the premiere of Voicemails for Isabelle on Tuesday that he used former West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin as a template for the role.
Why is Lukas Gage studying Joe Manchin for the role?
Gage studied Manchin’s approach to politics because the former senator had been running for Congress in West Virginia “forever.” The actor noted that while Manchin served as a primary template, he also drew from “Obama vibes” to shape the character.
Gage shared these details during the Tuesday premiere of his film Voicemails for Isabelle at Netflix’s Tudum Theater in Hollywood.
What can viewers expect from the Prison Break reboot?
The new pilot is set in the same world as the original series but features a new story and new characters. According to Variety, the lead cast includes Emily Browning and Drake Rodger alongside Gage.
Gage described the project as “gritty,” “dark,” and “scary.” He stated that the move from Fox to Hulu allows the production to be “really gritty” and avoid simply trying to recreate the original show’s magic.
Elgin James is writing and executive producing the pilot. Additional executive producers include Prison Break creator Paul Scheuring, Dawn Olmstead, Marty Adelstein, and Neal Moritz.
What other projects is Lukas Gage currently promoting?
Gage is also appearing in Voicemails for Isabelle, where Zoey Deutch plays a culinary student dealing with her sister’s death. The film also stars Nick Robinson as Deutch’s boyfriend.
In this film, Gage plays a fellow student characterized by a neck tattoo and a pompadour. Gage clarified that while the hair was his own, he had to use a fake mustache because he cannot grow one.
What may happen next for the series?
Since the project is currently a pilot, Hulu may decide whether to order a full season based on the pilot’s performance. The production’s focus on a “new take” suggests the series could expand the Prison Break universe into different political or social arenas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is in the lead cast of the Prison Break reboot?
The lead cast includes Lukas Gage, Emily Browning, and Drake Rodger.
Who is the creator and writer of the new pilot?
Elgin James is writing and executive producing the pilot, with original creator Paul Scheuring also serving as an executive producer.
How does the reboot relate to the original series?
It is set in the same world as the 2005-2009 Fox series but tells a new story with new characters.
Do you think a grittier tone is the right direction for a reboot of a classic series?