How does a generation deal with no longer being relevant? The issues are similar yet somehow infinitely more pronounced when it comes to an aging superhero. Netflix is taking on the darker side of family, power, and heroics in “Jupiter’s Legacy.” The adaptation of Mark Millar and Frank Quietly’s acclaimed graphic novel series promises to explore the same issues, which made the volumes bestsellers when published.
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Millar and Quietly are certainly no stranger to the genre, one of which their work has played a major role. Millar alone has a list of recognizable titles, even to viewers who have never read a graphic novel. His credits include writing Marvel’s “Civil War” as well as creating iconic works like “Kick-Ass” and “Kingsman: Secret Service” for Millarworld. Quietly, a noted comic book artist also built up an impressive list of credits with Vertigo and DC. Together their unique look at a world built on superhero mythology is perfect fare for the streaming service.
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Netflix is hoping to build the series into something akin to their recent dramatic originals. Josh Duhamel and Leslie Bibb head up the cast. Duhamel takes on the role of Sheldon Sampson/The Utopian; the role offers Duhamel the chance to play on his previous heroic roles while also venturing into difficult themes. Bibb may come off with the best role of the series and the best performance as she portrays Grace Sampson/Lady Liberty. It’s arguably one of the most interesting storylines of the graphic novels, and the actress seems to be a perfect fit.
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The series’ official synopsis:
After nearly a century of keeping mankind safe, the world’s first generation of superheroes must look to their children to continue the legacy. But tensions rise as the young superheroes, hungry to prove their worth, struggle to live up to their parents’ legendary public reputations — and exacting personal standards.
Ben Daniels, Elena Kampouris, Andrew Horton, Mike Wade, Matt Lanter, and Ian Quinlan also star in the project. The eight-episode run of “Jupiter’s Legacy” debuts May 7th on Netflix. Get your first look at the trailer below.