What happened to the original 'Dead Ringers' cast? Fans anticipate limited series remake
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Psychological thrillers continue to be a popular film genre, with 'Dead Ringers' standing out as one of the most critically acclaimed examples. In August 2020, it was announced that Amazon Studios, Annapurna Television and Morgan Creek Entertainment have commissioned a series-length remake of the 1988 film. The series will be written and executive produced by Alice Birch, known for her work on 'Lady Macbeth,' while Rachel Weisz will star and also serve as executive producer.
This news is exciting for fans of the original film who are eagerly awaiting the new version of this riveting psychological thriller. While the novel and movie 'Dead Ringers' starred male twin doctors, the upcoming TV series will focus on female twin OBGYN specialists instead. The change in the gender of the main characters is a departure from the original, but it could add a new perspective to the story and allow for the exploration of new themes and character dynamics.
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Let us take a little detour and learn about the original cast and what they are currently doing before the remake of the limited series 'Dead Ringers.'
Jeremy Irons
In the original 'Dead Ringers,' Jeremy Irons plays a dual role as identical twin gynecologists. Elliot and Beverly Mantle are gynecologists who together run a very successful practice in Toronto that specializes in treating fertility problems. He is known for his work in thought-provoking films such as 'Dead Ringers,' directed by David Cronenberg, for which he won the New York Critics' Best Actor Award. For his role as Claus von Buelow in 'Reversal of Fortune,' in which he played alongside Glenn Close, he received both a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award for Best Actor in 1990.
In addition to his film work, Irons also has extensive theater experience. He played the role of Professor Higgins in the 1987 London production of the classic musical "My Fair Lady." Due to his numerous awards and versatile acting skills, Irons is considered one of the most talented and respected actors of his generation. In 2021, Jeremy Irons was to play the role of Rodolfo Gucci in Ridley Scott's biographical crime drama 'House of Gucci.'
Genevieve Bujold
Genevieve Bujold is a Canadian actress who starred in David Cronenberg's 'Dead Ringers' (1988) as Claire Niveau, who visits the clinic one day and finds herself at the center of a twisted love triangle between the two brothers opposite. Bujold received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her portrayal of Anne Boleyn in the historical drama 'Anne of the Thousand Days.' The actress is now 80 years old.
Heidi von Palleske
Heidi von Palleske is a Canadian actress and writer who gained fame for her performance in the 1988 movie 'Dead Ringers.' She has acted in several movies such as 'Ramona,' 'The Deadly Wake,' 'The Cusp,' 'Take the Lead,' and 'Bordello,' where she is known for her unique and unconventional roles. In 2017, she founded Smart House Books, a publishing company that has published nine novels, including her own award-winning novel, 'They Don't Run Red Trains Anymore.' Her latest novel, 'Two White Queens and the One-Eyed Jack,' published in 2021, was endorsed by John Irving, Jeremy Irons, and Lauren B Davis.
The limited series based on original 'Dead Ringers' will stream worldwide exclusively on Prime Video on April 21, 2023. All six episodes will be available on their premiere date. Each episode has a general runtime of 60 minutes.