What is 'Dead Ringers' on Prime Video about? Plot of the psychological thriller explained

'Dead Ringers' is a six-episode psychological drama features Rachel Weisz in the lead
UPDATED APR 21, 2023
The official poster of 'Dead Ringers' (Prime Video)
The official poster of 'Dead Ringers' (Prime Video)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The 1988 cult classic 'Dead Ringers' by David Cronenberg, is in remake. The film is converted into a limited series by Prime Video. The streaming giant will release the 'Dead Ringers' series on April 21. The six-episode psychological drama features Rachel Weisz in the lead playing a dual role. The film is based on the book 'Twins', written by Bari Wood and Jack Geasland. The book traces the real life of the Marcus brothers, who died mysteriously in 1975.

The original movie traced the story of twin brothers Beverly and Elliot Mantle, played by Jeremy Irons. 'Dead Ringers' will revolve around the same premise while featuring twin sisters. The modern take on Cronenberg's film is created by Alice Birch, known for 'Succession'. She has mended the story through the lens of women, and their complicated personal lives entangled with drugs and romances, similar to the original film. 'Dead Ringers' will touch on some thematic elements from the original film while maintaining its modernized style. To know the plot of the reboot series, keep reading.

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What is the plot of 'Dead Ringers'?

The official synopsis reads, "Elliot and Beverly Mantle, twins who share everything: Drugs, lovers, and an unapologetic desire to do whatever it takes, including pushing the boundaries on medical ethics in an effort to challenge antiquated practices and bring women’s health care to the forefront."

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