HBO is launching an all series tonight. The network is gearing up to air the premier of the all new series The Leftovers. The new series is based on the Tom Perrotta's 2011 novel of the same name, and takes place after a rapture like event. The show stars former Doctor Who and Thor: The Dark World actor Christopher Eccleson.
The official plot synopsis for tonight’s premiere episode of the new series reads:
“An adaptation of Tom Perrotta's novel about life in a small town after many of its residents vanished in a Rapture-like event begins with the upcoming third anniversary of the ‘Departure’ and a police chief's personal and professional struggles.”
The new series stars, Justin Theroux in the lead opposite, Amy Brenneman. Dr. Who and Thor: The Dark World star, Christopher Eccleston, plays Matt Jamison, a former pastor.
Liv Tayler, Ann Dowd, Max and Charlie Carver round out the rest of cast.
The show is based on the novel by Tom Perrotta, who also serves as executive producer. Perrotta recently spoke with TV Guide about the mystery surrounding the show and why he doesn’t want it solved:
“My hope is that [viewers] will understand that the heart of the show isn't about the question of, 'Where did those people go? It's a question of, 'How do the people that are here continue with their lives?'"
The new series airs tonight at 10:00 p.m. on HBO.
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