Matt Dillon will star in and executive produce MGM+’s eight episode remake of The Magnificent Seven. Tim Kring (Heroes) is the creator of the show, a re-imagining of the ’60s western classic, which itself was a re-imaging of The Seven Samurai.
Dillion will play Chris Adams, the role played by Yul Brynner in two films and George Kennedy and Lee Van Cleef in further sequels, a gunslinger who recruits a ragtag group of cowboys to defend those in need.
Matt Dillon brings extraordinary depth and gravitas to this iconic role. His ability to portray complex, morally conflicted characters makes him the perfect choice to lead our reimagining of The Magnificent Seven. This series honors the legacy of the original film while exploring timeless themes about courage, redemption, and standing up against oppression—and Matt’s performance will be at the heart of that story.
Michael Wright, global head of MGM+
Set in the tumultuous 1880s American frontier, the series follows seven gifted but flawed mercenaries hired to protect a peaceful Quaker village after it is massacred by mercenaries working for a ruthless land baron trying to seize their land. As the team embeds itself and prepares to defend against overwhelming odds, they grapple with a central question: is violence acceptable to defend people whose faith is based on non-violence? The series explores the backstories of each of the Seven, what’s at stake for them, and why they choose this mission—delving into themes of honor, sacrifice, redemption, morality, and faith. The Magnificent Seven will be available on premium linear channel and streaming service MGM+ in the United States, United Kingdom, Belgium, the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, and Chile.
Source: Deadline
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