New Prison Break series, set in the original universe officially in the works at Hulu

Iconic drama series Prison Break is set to make a thrilling comeback, but with a twist: this time, it's not a repeat show. Hulu has officially greenlit a new chapter that remains faithful to the original world but brings with it new characters, surprises, and all the tension that built the original series into a cult favorite.

Under the direction of Elgin James, the reboot will try to blend the raw, edge-of-your-seat plot of the original with a contemporary angle so that it will feel both familiar and totally different simultaneously. Original fans can expect to see things they enjoyed, while newcomers will experience a wild ride into the universe of smart escapes, high-stakes action, and suspense.

This new series will bring back the excitement, the suspense, and the clever plot twists that made audiences hooked to the screens, as well as introduce new stories that stretch the limits of what Prison Break can do.

This Prison Break is a fresh take with Elgin James

Elgin James, whom many fans know for working on Mayans M.C., will serve as showrunner and executive producer for the upcoming Prison Break reboot. He is primarily concerned with developing a storyline that remains true to the heart of Fox’s original series, albeit with the introduction of new characters and new storylines suitable for the audience of today.

The series will include both some familiar faces from the first series and entirely new characters, all set within the same universe fans grew to care for. The specifics of the storyline remain under wraps, but the audience can anticipate the same heart-pounding blend of suspense, drama, and clever plot twists that the first Prison Break became famous for. What we know from Elgin James’ pilot is that the storyline might revolve around an ex-soldier who is currently serving at one of the most dangerous facilities in America as a prison officer. She will go to any lengths to protect and save the people she cares about.

The audience can expect heart-stopping twists, gripping moments, and the type of elaborate plotting that keeps everyone at the edge of their seat, yet also finds the audience exploring deep relationships and challenges through the new crop of characters.

A star-studded cast

In the brand-new Prison Break revival, we see an exciting and talented cast lineup that is bound to impress fans. First among the list is Emily Browning in the role of Cassidy Collins, a former soldier now working as a corrections officer at the hardest prison in America. Playing the role of Jackson, the young politician hailing from an elite class, is Lukas Gage, taking his first foray into politics with the first congressional run ever. Drake Rodger will play Tommy, an inmate with the last ten years spent behind bars, and this character is bound to be dramatic and riveting.

The supporting actors are equally versatile, delivering depth and diversity to the series. Clayton Cardenas plays Michael "Ghost," and Andrea’s character will be portrayed by Georgie Flores, bringing fresh dynamics to the prison universe. Myles Bullock is cast as Darius "Red" and JR Bourne as Junior.

With an ensemble that is so diverse and talented, the show is going to deliver some great performances and some incredible character interactions to the screen, making the reboot a must-watch for both the old fans and the newcomers.

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