– ‘Fellow Travelers’ is set to premiere on Paramount+ in 2023
– Movie adaptation of Thomas Mallon’s novel starring Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey
– Directed by Michael Grandage and written by John Logan
The highly anticipated film adaptation of Thomas Mallon’s novel, ‘Fellow Travelers,’ is set to make its debut on Paramount+ in 2023. Starring the talented Matt Bomer and Jonathan Bailey, this political love story is sure to capture audience attention.
‘Fellow Travelers’ is a tale of forbidden love during the era of McCarthyism in Cold War America. The story follows Hawkins “Hawk” Fuller (played by Matt Bomer) and Tim Kovacs (played by Jonathan Bailey), two men working in the nation’s capital who embark on a dangerous love affair. Forced to navigate a world riddled with paranoia and fear, they find solace in each other while risking everything.
The upcoming feature comes from the award-winning team of director Michael Grandage and writer John Logan, who are no strangers to creating compelling stories. As previously announced, this adaptation will be produced by Legendary Television Studios and Bratton Entertainment, with Michael Grandage Company and Town Productions co-producing.
The director, Michael Grandage, stated, “We are thrilled to join forces with Paramount+ in bringing this classic love story to life for an international audience.” He believes that ‘Fellow Travelers’ will hold particular relevance for contemporary viewers, touching on themes like “identity, love, and the politics we live through every day.”
Indeed, with its gripping narrative and top-notch cast, ‘Fellow Travelers’ is poised to leave a lasting impact on viewers worldwide. Stay tuned for more details as anticipation continues to build for the film’s release in 2023.