Prime Video, in collaboration with Kilter Films, has just unveiled the much-anticipated official trailer for the new series Fallout, plunging fans into the heart of a post-nuclear war saga. The series, inspired by the globally acclaimed video game franchise, promises a blend of dark humor and expansive world-building, true to its source material. The trailer introduces viewers to Lucy (Ella Purnell), a vault dweller navigating the perils of the irradiated wasteland, alongside first looks at characters Moldaver (Sarita Choudhury) and Ma June (Dale Dickey). In a surprise move, the series will now premiere all eight episodes on April 11, a day earlier than previously announced, exclusively on Prime Video.
The Official Trailer
Directed by Jonathan Nolan for the first three episodes, Fallout is a narrative masterpiece brought to life by executive producers, writers, and co-showrunners Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner. The series is a testament to the creative prowess of Kilter Films, alongside executive producers Jonathan Nolan, Lisa Joy, Athena Wickham, Todd Howard from Bethesda Game Studios, and James Altman from Bethesda Softworks.
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The ensemble cast features talents such as Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets), Aaron Moten (Emancipation), and Walton Goggins (The Hateful Eight), with Amazon MGM Studios and Kilter Films producing in association with Bethesda Game Studios and Bethesda Softworks. The series also stars Moisés Arias (The King of Staten Island), Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks), and a host of other notable actors, ensuring a rich and diverse portrayal of the Fallout universe.
The Powerhouse Collaboration
Kilter Films, founded by the dynamic duo of Lisa Joy and Jonathan Nolan, is renowned for producing compelling narratives that captivate audiences worldwide. With a portfolio that includes the critically acclaimed series Westworld and the adaptation of William Gibson’s The Peripheral, Kilter Films has established itself as a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. Their collaboration with Bethesda Game Studios on Fallout marks another ambitious venture, promising to deliver a series that resonates with fans of the franchise and newcomers alike.
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Fallout dives deep into the dichotomy of life 200 years post-apocalypse, exploring the stark contrast between the sheltered existence of luxury vault dwellers and the harsh realities of the surface world. The series follows Lucy, an idealistic vault dweller, and Maximus, a determined soldier of the Brotherhood of Steel, as they navigate the complexities of a world filled with danger, intrigue, and moral ambiguity. Walton Goggins stars as the Ghoul, a character embodying the tumultuous history of the post-nuclear landscape.
Fallout releases exclusively on Prime Video on April 11, 2024.
About Fallout
Release Date: April 11, 2024
Based on Fallout, by Bethesda Softworks
Showrunners: Geneva Robertson-Dworel, Graham Wagner
Executive Producers: Geneva Robertson-Dworel, Graham Wagner, Lisa Joy, Jonathan Nolan, Athena Wickham, Todd Howard
Director: Jonathan Nolan (Episodes 1-3)
Writers: Geneva Robertson-Dworel, Graham Wagner, Lisa Joy, Jonathan Nolan
Genre: Post-apocalyptic drama
Cast: Ella Purnell, Walton Goggins, Aaron Moten, Moisés Arias, Kyle MacLachlan, Sarita Choudhury, Michael Emerson, Leslie Uggams, Frances Turner, Dave Register, Zach Cherry, Johnny Pemberton, Rodrigo Luzzi, Annabel O’Hagan, Xelia Mendes-Jones
Synopsis
Set in the future post-apocalyptic Los Angeles and world of Fallout, the series is an original story based on Fallout that will be part of the canon of the games. The series comes from Kilter Films and executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, the creators of Westworld. It will be available to stream exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
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