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Alfonso Cuarón’s Horror Thriller ‘Ascension’ Casts Art Malik, Fred Loxley & Mirren Mack As Series Regulars
Art Malik, Fred Loxley and Mirren Mack have joined Alfonso Cuarón’s Apple TV psychological horror series *Ascension* as regular cast members. The casting expands a line-up led by Caitríona Balfe and brings together actors from several generations for a story about a documentary filmmaker drawn into a mysterious cult.
Inspired by Adam Nevill’s novel *Last Days*, the one-hour series follows Rose, a recently divorced mother who investigates the Church of Ascension and finds unexpected comfort in its teachings before uncovering something sinister. Bill Nighy, Amanda Plummer, Christopher Chung and T’Nia Miller were previously announced; Apple Studios and Anonymous Content are among the producers, and James will lead the directing.
In short
- Art Malik, Fred Loxley and Mirren Mack join *Ascension*.
- Caitríona Balfe leads the Apple TV horror thriller.
- A cult investigation draws Rose towards a deeper threat.
Explained simply
Ascension is a psychological horror series for Apple TV, based on Adam Nevill’s novel Last Days. It follows Rose, a recently divorced mother and documentary filmmaker who investigates the Church of Ascension, a group whose teachings first offer her comfort.
The story centres on the tension between the church’s appeal and the disturbing secrets Rose uncovers. Caitríona Balfe leads the cast, alongside actors including Bill Nighy, Amanda Plummer, Art Malik, Fred Loxley and Mirren Mack; Alfonso Cuarón is involved in the series, which is produced by Apple Studios and Anonymous Content.
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