
EXCLUSIVE: After a lengthy search, Prime Suspect co-star Damon Gupton has been cast as the lead in AMC’s untitled Richard LaGravenese/Tony Goldwyn project. Written by LaGravenese and to be directed by Goldwyn, the ensemble drama is a legal thriller centered on Adam Page (Gupton), a District Attorney who uncovers new evidence that prompts the reinvestigation of a sensational murder case. Marin Ireland plays the female lead. Gupton, repped by SMS Talent in LA and Harden/Curtis in NY, recently guest starred in the Bullies episode of HBO’s Newsroom.
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He was great on his recent episode of The Newsroom. I can’t wait to see what he offers as the lead in this series.
Damon Gupton and Marin Ireland are going to be–and should be–huge Emmy-winning TV stars. Great, great casting!
I personally cast this man last night in my living room. First choice was 50 cents, but he had a scheduling conflict. Anyway, this guy was good on newsroom, so I said, yeah- this guy!
A great role for a great actor. I’m excited to see what will be an undoubtedly great show.
Damon is a talented actor, extremely hard working and a true gentleman in every sense of the word. I am very excited for this show.
Damon is a wonderful actor and person. So happy for him.
He was AMAZING on that episode of The Newsroom. Good for you, Damon!!!
Didn’t recognize him at first but immediately recall his powerful, impressive, emotive performance as a gay black Republican interviewee on “The Newsroom.” Based off that alone, this guy has some chops.
Looking through this history of this and noticed that Kerry Barden and Paul Schnee are the CDs on this. They are great at finding the gems and a pleasure to audition for–both in LA and NY, you always feel comfortable and looked after and Kerry, Paul, Rich and Allison are a classy gang. Smart and funny. Great job guys, on this and AUGUST OSAGE COUNTY. Where’s that Oscar for Casting???
I really like this guy. He was great in Clybourne Park.
Great lineup.
Great talent at the helm: LaGravenese, Tony Goldwyn, and David Manson as show runner.
Newsroom, Clybourne Park on Broadway, Prime Suspect last season. Yeah, this guy has some chops.
Damon is also an acclaimed conductors and one of the clssiest exports from Detroit.