Hollywood was once considered the premier destination for filmmaking, but Charlotte is quietly building an impressive resume of its own.
This spring, the Queen City will be the backdrop for the scripted drama series “The Hunting Wives,” adapted from the 2021 best-selling novel by May Cobb. The eight-episode series will follow Sophie, who moves from the East Coast to deep Texas where she meets socialite Margo Banks. The story descends into obsession, seduction, and murder.
Celebrity sightings
The series stars Malin Akerman as Banks. Akerman’s film credits include “The Proposal,” “Watchmen,” and the Showtime series “Billions.” Akerman recently posted on Instagram, saying “I have been looking for a great tv show to come along and steal my heart…and boy has this one ever done exactly that!” The series co-stars Brittany Snow as Sophie, known for films like “Pitch Perfect” and “Hairspray.”
Where to watch
“The Hunting Wives” is produced by cable network Starz, known for other acclaimed series like “Outlander,” “Power,” and “Spartacus.”
Ready for the spotlight?
Consider this your time to shine. The casting crew is seeking a diverse pool of extras ahead of filming this March. Specific roles include experienced musicians, basketball players, and an upscale party guest.
As seen in Charlotte
An impressive list of productions have been filmed in the Charlotte area, like the Showtime series “Homeland,” “The Hunger Games,” “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret.” and most recently, “The Eyes of Tammy Faye,” starring Academy Award-winner Jessica Chastain. You may have also recognized Charlotte as the backdrop for the latest season of Netflix reality series “Love Is Blind.”
Be sure to let us know if you see “The Hunting Wives” crew filming in Charlotte. Tag us with your photos @ourCLTtoday.
