Presumed Innocent (TV series)

Presumed Innocent
Promotional poster
GenreLegal thriller
Created byDavid E. Kelley
Based onPresumed Innocent
by Scott Turow
ShowrunnerDavid E. Kelley
Starring
Music by
  • Danny Bensi
  • Saunder Jurriaans
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes8
Production
Executive producers
Producers
  • Caroline James
  • Trevor Baker
  • Andrew Balek
Cinematography
  • Daniel Voldheim
  • Doug Emmett
Editors
  • Trevor Baker
  • Eleanor Infante [d]
  • Philip Neel
  • Ryan Jones
  • Tyler Eversmann
  • Amy Pellouchoud
  • Rafa Garcia
  • Emilio Luc Castillo
Running time42–50 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkApple TV+
ReleaseJune 12, 2024 (2024-06-12) –
present (present)

Presumed Innocent is an American legal thriller television series created by David E. Kelley, based on the 1987 novel of the same name by Scott Turow. The series is the first television adaptation of the book, following the 1990 film adaptation starring Harrison Ford and Brian Dennehy. It premiered on Apple TV+ on June 12, 2024.[1] In July 2024, the series was renewed for a second season.[2]

Premise

A prosecutor becomes the prime suspect in the murder of his colleague with whom he was having an affair.

Cast

Main

Recurring

Guest

Episodes

No.TitleDirected byTeleplay byOriginal release date [3]Prod.
code
1"Bases Loaded"Anne SewitskyWritten by : David E. KelleyJune 12, 2024 (2024-06-12)T13.23851
2"People vs. Rozat Sabich"Anne SewitskyWritten by : David E. KelleyJune 12, 2024 (2024-06-12)T13.23852
3"Discovery"Greg YaitanesMiki Johnson and David E. KelleyJune 19, 2024 (2024-06-19)T13.23853
4"The Burden"Greg YaitanesSharr White & David E. KelleyJune 26, 2024 (2024-06-26)T13.23854
5"Pregame"Greg YaitanesDavid E. Kelley & Sharr White & Miki JohnsonJuly 3, 2024 (2024-07-03)T13.23855
6"The Elements"Greg YaitanesSharr White & Miki JohnsonJuly 10, 2024 (2024-07-10)T13.23856
7"The Witness"Greg YaitanesSharr White & Miki Johnson & David E. KelleyJuly 17, 2024 (2024-07-17)T13.23857
8"The Verdict"Anne SewitskyDavid E. Kelley & Sharr White & Miki JohnsonJuly 24, 2024 (2024-07-24)T13.23858

Production

In February 2022, it was announced that Apple TV+ had ordered an eight-episode miniseries adaptation of Scott Turow's novel Presumed Innocent created by David E. Kelley who also executive produced alongside Dustin Thomason, J. J. Abrams, Ben Stephenson, and Matthew Tinker. Kelley also served as showrunner.[4] In December, Jake Gyllenhaal entered negotiations to star and executive produce.[5] He would be confirmed by January 2023, with Ruth Negga, Bill Camp and Elizabeth Marvel joining the cast. Greg Yaitanes and Anne Sewitsky were hired to direct.[6][7] In February, additional actors cast included Renate Reinsve, Peter Sarsgaard, O-T Fagbenle, Lily Rabe and Nana Mensah.[8][9] Noma Dumezweni, Gabby Beans and Sarunas J. Jackson joined the cast in March.[10]

Filming began in February 2023 in Pasadena, California.[11]

On July 12, 2024, Apple TV+ renewed the series for a second season.[2] On October 29, 2024, it was reported that the upcoming novel Dissection Of A Murder by Jo Murray is to be used as a source material for the second season.[12]

Release

Presumed Innocent had its world premiere at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival on June 9, 2024, and was released on Apple TV+ on June 12, 2024.[1]

Reception

The review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes reported a 76% approval rating with an average rating of 7/10, based on 68 critic reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "Enlivened by an outstanding ensemble, Presumed Innocent isn't guilty of upstaging the original movie but acquits itself well as an entertaining courtroom drama."[13] Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, assigned a score of 64 out of 100 based on 33 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[14]

In a review for Variety, Aramide Tinubu called Presumed Innocent "one of the best legal thrillers to arrive on television in years". She also praised the development of the characters, especially Gyllenhaal's Sabich.[15] Lucy Mangan of The Guardian was less effusive, awarding the show 3 out of 5 stars. Mangan described it as "an efficient tale, with good performances. But it’s soullessly slick, fails to properly develop female characters and all feels meaningless".[16] A negative review from Mike Hale of The New York Times criticized the show's "claustrophobic atmosphere, the emphasis on psychology and trite family drama". Hale's review also disliked the performances, writing "Gyllenhaal is sweaty, jumpy and over the top".[17]

Accolades

Year Award Category Recipient(s) Result Ref.
2025
 Independent Spirit Awards Best Supporting Performance in a New Scripted Series Ruth Negga Pending [18]
Saturn Awards Best Action / Thriller Television Series Presumed Innocence Pending [19]
Satellite Awards Best Actor in a Drama or Genre Series Jake Gyllenhaal Pending [20]

References

  1. ^ a b Petski, Denise (April 24, 2024). "'Presumed Innocent': Apple Moves Up Premiere Date For Jake Gyllenhaal-Led Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 24, 2024.
  2. ^ a b Andreeva, Nellie (July 12, 2024). "'Presumed Innocent' Renewed For Season 2 As It Becomes Apple TV+'s Most Watched Drama Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 12, 2024.
  3. ^ "Shows A-Z – Presumed Innocent on Apple TV+". The Futon Critic. Retrieved June 8, 2024.
  4. ^ White, Peter (February 3, 2022). "Presumed Innocent Limited Series Adaptation From David E. Kelley & J.J. Abrams Ordered At Apple". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 11, 2022.
  5. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (December 7, 2022). "Jake Gyllenhaal To Headline & EP Presumed Innocent Apple TV+ Series From David E. Kelley & J.J. Abrams". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 11, 2022.
  6. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (January 5, 2023). "Ruth Negga Joins Jake Gyllenhaal In Presumed Innocent Apple TV+ Series From David E. Kelley & J.J. Abrams". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 5, 2023.
  7. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (January 25, 2023). "Bill Camp & Elizabeth Marvel Join Presumed Innocent Apple TV+ Series; Greg Yaitanes To Direct". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 25, 2023.
  8. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (February 7, 2023). "Presumed Innocent: Renate Reinsve, Peter Sarsgaard & O-T Fagbenle Join Apple TV+ Limited Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 7, 2023.
  9. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (February 10, 2023). "Presumed Innocent: Chase Infiniti, Lily Rabe, Nana Mensah, Matthew Alan & Kingston Rumi Southwick Cast In Apple TV+ Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved February 10, 2023.
  10. ^ Cordero, Rosy (March 24, 2023). "Noma Dumezweni, Gabby Beans & Sarunas J. Jackson Board Apple TV+ Series Presumed Innocent". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 24, 2023.
  11. ^ Deutsch, Erik (July 18, 2022). "California's Boosted Tax Credit Program Welcomes New and Relocating TV Series" (Press release). Hollywood, California, U.S.: California Film Commission. Retrieved February 7, 2023.
  12. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (October 29, 2024). "'Presumed Innocent' To Leave Scott Turow Universe In Season 2 With 'Dissection Of A Murder' As Source Material". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 29, 2024.
  13. ^ "Presumed Innocent: Season 1". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved July 12, 2024.
  14. ^ "Presumed Innocent: Season 1". Metacritic. Retrieved July 12, 2024.
  15. ^ Tinubu, Aramide (June 10, 2024). "Jake Gyllenhaal Is Endlessly Watchable in Apple TV+'s Brilliant 'Presumed Innocent' Adaptation: TV Review". Variety. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
  16. ^ Mangan, Lucy (June 12, 2024). "Presumed Innocent review – Jake Gyllenhaal gets his first TV role … and it's impossible to care about it". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
  17. ^ Hale, Mike (June 11, 2024). "'Presumed Innocent' Review: Disorder in the Court". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved June 15, 2024.
  18. ^ Lang, Brent; Moreau, Jordan (December 4, 2024). "Spirit Awards 2025 Nominations: 'Anora' and 'I Saw the TV Glow' Lead Film Categories, 'Shōgun' Rules TV". Variety. Retrieved December 5, 2024.
  19. ^ Hipes, Patrick (December 5, 2024). "'Dune: Part Two', 'Fallout' Lead Saturn Awards Nominations". Deadline. Retrieved December 6, 2024.
  20. ^ "2024 Nominees | International Press Academy". Retrieved December 16, 2024.