In this exclusive interview, Executive Producer JENNIFER GRANT and screenwriter JEFF POPE talk about Cary Grant and bringing ARCHIE to life.
SYNOPSIS: “BAFTA® Award-winning and Academy Award®-nominated screenwriter and executive producer Jeff Pope brings the remarkable, little-known story of the formative years of Hollywood superstar, Cary Grant to screens in this much-anticipated drama. One of the twentieth century’s most iconic figures, Cary Grant touched the world with his charm, wit and grace. But few knew Archie Leach, the man behind the name, and the enormous challenges he overcame on his path to stardom. From his troubled childhood to the one overpowering lie that shaped his life, this surprising and emotional drama captures the struggles, fears, loves and losses of Archie Leach – a man who couldn’t be further from the character he invented to save himself.”
Directed by Paul Andrew Williams with script by Jeff Pope, ARCHIE stars Jason Isaacs and Laura Aikman, and is executive produced by Jennifer Grant, Cary Grant’s daughter, and Dyan Cannon, his ex-wife.
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by debbie elias, exclusive interview 12/5/2023
ARCHIE is currently streaming on Britbox
