Apple TV's next Monsterverse series just got two heavyweight guest stars. Per Deadline and Variety, Tim Robbins and Giancarlo Esposito will appear opposite Wyatt Russell, who leads and executive produces.
Quick answer
The new Apple TV Monsterverse series from Legendary is centered on Young Lee Shaw, with Wyatt Russell reprising his role from Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. Joby Harold is showrunner. Tim Robbins and Giancarlo Esposito are the latest guest stars. No premiere date is announced.
The cast so far
Robbins and Esposito join previously announced Millie Brady, Pilou Asbaek, Corey Stoll, Ralph Ineson, Nyasha Hatendi, Connie Nielsen and Stana Katic. That is a deep bench for a spinoff of a streaming series, which suggests Apple is putting real money behind the franchise's TV arm.
How it connects
Russell played Lee Shaw in Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, the Apple TV series set in the Godzilla and Kong world. The new show is centered on the younger version of that character.
What to watch for
Deadline and Variety have not shared episode count, setting or release timing. Watch for a premiere window and plot details; those will decide whether this is a Monarch sequel in spirit or a standalone period piece.
Frequently asked questions
Q: Who stars in the new Monsterverse series?
A: Wyatt Russell, who also executive produces.
Q: Who is joining the cast?
A: Tim Robbins and Giancarlo Esposito as guest stars.
Q: Who is the showrunner?
A: Joby Harold.
Q: Where will it stream?
A: Apple TV.
More on the news feed.