The Ex-Wife Explained

Country:United Kingdom
Language:English
Composer:Stephen Shannon
Num Series:1
Num Episodes:4
Producer:Andy Morgan
Cinematography:Manoel C. Ferreira
Editor:Darragh Moran
Runtime:45 minutes
Network:Paramount+

The Ex-Wife is a British drama thriller television miniseries based on Jess Ryder's book of the same name that premiered on 12 October 2022, on Paramount+. The series stars Céline Buckens, Tom Mison, Janet Montgomery, Jordan Stephens, Clare Foster, Adam Drew and Sam Hoare. The series consisted of four episodes. All episodes were directed by Brian O'Malley.[1] The book was adapted to TV by Downton Abbeys Catherine Steadman.[2] A second series is in development, with Katie McGrath replacing Janet Montgomery.[3]

Premise

The series follows a young woman, Tasha (Céline Buckens) who is married to middle-aged Jack (Tom Mison). Their marriage appears happy, but Tasha is haunted by Jack's ex-wife, Jen (Janet Montgomery). However, as the plot unfolds, the true villain appears not to be Jen.[4]

Cast and characters

Main

Recurring

Production

Casting

It was first announced that Céline Buckens would play the main role of Tasha.[6] On 25 April 2022 it was announced that Tom Mison, Janet Montgomery and Jordan Stephens would join the cast as Tasha's husband Jack, Jack's ex-wife Jen and Tasha's old friend Sam, respectively.[7] Executive producer Mike Benson commented upon the announcement: "We are absolutely delighted Tom, Janet and Jordan have joined the project alongside the brilliant Celine Buckens – our international cast have incredible experience and credits behind them. I’m sure they will inject a real nuance and complexity to a drama where nothing is quite what it seems."[7]

Filming

Though set in London, England, the miniseries was shot in Budapest, Hungary. Filming began on 10 April 2022 in Budapest, set to wrap later in the Spring, for a total of six weeks of filming.[8] [7]

Release

The miniseries premiered on Paramount+ on 12 October 2022.[9] [10]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Weston . Christopher . HOW MANY EPISODES OF THE EX-WIFE ARE THERE? . www.hitc.com . 15 October 2022 . . 14 November 2022.
  2. Web site: McEvoy . Sophie . The Ex-Wife Book Ending Is A Shock To The System . www.bustle.com . 19 October 2022 . . 14 November 2022.
  3. Web site: Ford. Lily. Paramount+ U.K. and Ireland Commissions ‘The Ex-Wife’ Season 2 Led By ‘Supergirl’ Star Katie McGrath. The Hollywood Reporter. July 14, 2024. July 22, 2024.
  4. Web site: Poulami . Nanda . 'The Ex-Wife' Ending, Explained: What Happens To Tasha And Emily? Is Jack Dead Or Alive? . www.dmtalkies.com . 19 October 2022 . Digital Mafia Talkies . 14 November 2022.
  5. Web site: Cormack. Morgan. The Ex-Wife renewed for season 2 as Merlin star joins Céline Buckens and Tom Mison. Radio Times. July 15, 2024. July 22, 2024.
  6. Web site: The Ex-wife Doubles Budapest for London in Paramount+ Drama . KFTV . 14 November 2022.
  7. Web site: Hoosen . Mo . Paramount+ Announces Further Casting for UK original series 'The Ex-Wife' . 25 April 2022 . Streamr . 14 November 2022.
  8. Web site: The Ex-Wife doubles Budapest for London in Paramount+ drama . www.theknowledgeonline.com . 6 April 2022 . The Knowledge . 14 November 2022.
  9. Web site: Lynch . Kevin . How to watch The Ex-Wife online from wherever you are now . 12 October 2022 . TechRadar . 14 November 2022.
  10. Web site: The Ex-Wife: Where to watch and who's in the cast? . www.goodto.com . 20 October 2022 . Goodto Know . 14 November 2022.

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