The Tattooist of Auschwitz (TV series)
The Tattooist of Auschwitz is an upcoming Peacock and Sky Atlantic television series based on the book of the same name by Heather Morris. The cast is set to include Harvey Keitel, Melanie Lynskey, Jonah Hauer-King and Anna Próchniak. The series is scored by Hans Zimmer and Kara Talve.
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Genre | Historical drama |
Based on | The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris |
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Directed by | Tali Shalom-Ezer |
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Original language | English |
No. of series | 1 |
No. of episodes | 6 |
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Synopsis
Lale Sokolov, a Jewish prisoner in the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp during World War II is given the job of tattooing identification numbers on fellow prisoners’ arms.[1]
Cast
- Harvey Keitel as Lale Sokolov
- Jonah Hauer-King as younger Lale Sokolov
- Melanie Lynskey as Heather Morris
- Jonas Nay as Stefan Baretzki
- Anna Próchniak as Gita
- Karin Ann as Maria
Production
The Creative Director of Synchronicity Films, Claire Mundell secured the rights to The Tattooist of Auschwitz after making a deal with Bonnier Books UK in 2018.[2] In 2023 it was announced that Synchronicity Films were developing a six-part series for Sky Studios and Peacock. It will be directed by Tali Shalom-Ezer with Jacquelin Perske as lead writer. Claire Mundell and Perske are among the executive producers.[3] Australian streaming service Stan also co-commissioned the series, with All3Media onboard worldwide sales. The Production got underway in the spring of 2023.[4][5][6]
Casting
In March 2023, Jonah Hauer-King, Anna Próchniak and Melanie Lynskey were cast.[7] In April 2023, Harvey Keitel joined the cast as older Lale Sokolov.[8]
Music
The series is being scored by Hans Zimmer and Kara Talve.[9]
References
- Knolle, Sharon (16 March 2023). "Melanie Lynskey, Jonah Hauer-King Lead Cast of Sky/Peacock Drama 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz'". The Wrap. Retrieved 12 April 2023.
- Cowdrey, Katharine (19 September 2018). "Tattooist of Auschwitz to be adapted for 'high-end' TV drama". The Bookseller. Retrieved 12 April 2023.
- Keslassy, Elsa (16 March 2023). "Sky, Peacock Set International Cast, Director for 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' Limited Series". Variety. Retrieved 12 April 2023.
- Slatter, Sean (17 March 2023). "Stan co-commissions Synchronicity Films' 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz'". if.com.au. Retrieved 12 April 2023.
- Devore, Britta (16 March 2023). "Melanie Lynskey Joins 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz". Collider. Retrieved 12 April 2023.
- Griffiths, Emmy (16 March 2023). "The Tattooist of Auschwitz to be made into a series – star-studded cast announced". Hello. Retrieved 12 April 2023.
- White, Peter (16 March 2023). "'The Tattooist of Auschwitz': Jonah Hauer-King, Anna Próchniak & Melanie Lynskey To Star In Peacock & Sky Drama Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 12 April 2023.
- Goldbart, Max (12 April 2023). "Harvey Keitel Boards 'The Tattooist Of Auschwitz'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 12 April 2023.
- Ramachandran, Naman (23 August 2023). "Hans Zimmer, Kara Talve to Score 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' Series From Sky, Peacock (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 29 August 2023.