Exciting news has arrived for Colin Firth fans everywhere: our favourite Oscar-winning leading man is heading to Apple TV+ in a brand-new drama series inspired by Philip Kerr's beloved Berlin Noir trilogy. Firth is set to star alongside the tremendously talented Jack Lowden in the untitled production, which draws its story from Metropolis, the acclaimed novel from Kerr's bestselling series.
The project is shaping up to be something truly special. Set against the shadowy backdrop of Weimar-era Berlin, Metropolis tells the story of a young detective navigating a city on the brink of catastrophe — rich, atmospheric material that feels tailor-made for the kind of nuanced, layered performance Firth delivers so effortlessly. With Oscar winner Peter St. John also attached, the creative pedigree here is nothing short of remarkable.
This role adds yet another compelling chapter to a filmography that spans everything from Pride and Prejudice and The English Patient to his Academy Award-winning turn in The King's Speech and more recent work in Supernova. Colin has always gravitated toward intelligent, character-driven stories, and this Apple TV+ venture looks to be very much in that tradition.
We cannot wait to see what he and Lowden bring to life together. Stay tuned to Firth.com for updates as this exciting project develops!