'The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey': 5 things to know about Oscar-winner Samuel L Jackson

When Ptolemy Grey's foggy mind becomes clear, he begins a journey of rediscovery that will bring to the surface hidden facts that lay buried
PUBLISHED MAR 6, 2022
Samuel L. Jackson as Ptolemy Grey in 'The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey' (Apple TV+)
Samuel L. Jackson as Ptolemy Grey in 'The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey' (Apple TV+)

Apple TV+ just keeps getting better with the variety of content it offers with a majority of its movies and shows making an impact with audiences who eagerly tune in. Its upcoming drama 'The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey' is one that is added to the list with fans anticipating its arrival.

'The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey' is a drama that follows a lonely dementia patient who sinks into deeper isolation after the death of his grand-nephew who cared for him. But when he is offered a medical procedure that will shorten his lifespan but give back his memories, a thrilling journey that explores the mystery of his nephew's death begins. The Apple tv+ drama appears to be one of the best watches of the year, so read on to know more about the incredible cast set to bring this interesting story to life!

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Samuel L Jackson as Ptolemy Grey

Samuel L Jackson is a world-famous American actor and producer who is known to stand out in each and every work of his. Beginning his career in the early 1970s he slowly rises to prominence in the 1990s with renowned actor Morgan Freeman serving as his mentor. Films like ' Menace II Society', 'Goodfellas', 'Jurassic Park', 'Pulp Fiction', and more were key to his further stardom, as he gave excellent performances. Jackson is a highly prolific and bankable actor having starred in over 150 movies that have grossed over $27 billion worldwide. 

In recent times he is loved by the world for his portrayal of the ultimate version of Nick Fury in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and has starred in 11 MCU films. His expansive career and noteworthy acting have won him an Honorary Academy Award, BAFTA Award, Film critic awards, and more with multiple nominations as well. Jackson will easy the main role of Ptolemy Grey in the upcoming Apple TV+ series.



 

Dominique Fishback as Robyn

Dominique Fishback is an American actress and playwright who began her venture into the entertainment industry in 2013. The actress caught the acting bug early on and has shown interest in the field since the age of 10. The year 2014 saw her premiere her Off-Off-Broadway play 'Subverted' in which she played 22 characters and was subsequently nominated for a 2015 Innovative Theater Award for Outstanding Solo Performance. Her first major recurring role was in the Yonkers housing drama 'Show Me a Hero' following which she had grown her roster of projects.

Her works include 'Night Comes On', 'The Hate U Give', 'Modern Love', 'Random Acts of Flyness', 'Royal Pains', and more. Her role as Deborah Johnson in the crime drama 'Judas and the Black Messiah' won her critical praise along with a nomination for a BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role. Fishback will easy the role of Robyn in 'The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey'.



 

Other cast members

The rest of the cast includes Walton Goggins as Dr. Rubin, Marsha Stephanie Blake as Niecie.Damon Gupton as Coydog, Cynthia McWilliams as Sensia, Omar Benson Miller as Reggie Lloyd, Maury Ginsberg as Moishe Abromovitz, and JoAnn Willette as Judge Alison McCarty.

'The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey' is set to premiere on March 11, 2022, on Apple TV+.

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