Overview
Django is an Italian-French television series created by Leonardo Fasoli and Maddalena Ravagli co-produced by Sky Atlantic and Canal+. It is an English-language reimagining of the 1966 Italian film of the same name by Sergio Corbucci. The series, consisting of ten episodes, premiered on Canal+ in France on February 13, 2023, Sky Atlantic in Italy on February 17, 2023 and Sky Atlantic in the UK on March 1, 2023.
Premise
The series takes place in the Old West of the 1860s–1870s. Django finds his way to New Babylon, a city founded by John Ellis, where all manner of outcasts are welcome regardless of their background or beliefs. Eight years earlier, Django's family was murdered, but he believes that his daughter Sarah survived and has been searching for her ever since. Django finds her in New Babylon, but she is about to marry Ellis. However, Sarah does not want Django to remain in town, fearing that trouble will follow him. Django is determined not to leave her again, and reconnect with his daughter.
Cast
Main
Matthias Schoenaerts as Django, a man searching for his daughter, Sarah, after the rest of their family was murdered. It's later revealed that his real name is Julian Wright.
Nicholas Pinnock as John Ellis, the founder of New Babylon, a welcoming city to outcasts of any background.
Lisa Vicari as Sarah, Django's long lost daughter, set to marry John Ellis.
Noomi Rapace as Elizabeth, the merciless enemy of John Ellis.
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