Disney+ has launched a new action and espionage series titled The Veil: web of liescreated by Steven Knightknown for his work in Peaky Blinders. This miniseries features Elisabeth Moss in the role of Imogen, an MI6 agent who finds herself involved in a complex plot within the international intelligence community. The narrative focuses on the relationship between Imogen and Adilah, played by Yumna Marwantwo women trapped in a dangerous game of truths and lies that takes them from Istanbul to Paris and London.
Elisabeth Moss, winner of the Emmy for her performance in The Handmaid’s Talefaces the challenge of playing a super spy trying to uncover the truth before a global disaster occurs. Alongside Moss, the cast includes Josh Charles, playing CIA agent Max Peterson, and Dali Benssalah, in the role of Malik Amar, an ally of Imogen within the DGSE. It won’t be easy for the protagonist to know who to trust, nor will it be for the viewer themselves, since if there’s one thing that’s warned about the Disney+ series, it’s that it has unreliable narrators, both Adilah and Imogen herself.
Speaking to Vanity Fair, Steven Knight mentioned that he always wanted the one to play Peggy Olson in the acclaimed Mad Men for the lead role. However, due to the actress’ multiple commitments, there were initially doubts about her participation in the project. According to reports from Vanity Fair, Moss expressed feeling lucky to have received this opportunity: “It’s my worst nightmare to think that I might not have had the chance to do this”commented Moss, who is also an executive producer of the series.
The plot of The Veil: web of lies evokes influences from classics such as Thelma and Louise and seeks to balance the intensity of the thriller with a lighter tone. Moss’ preparation process included stunt training and perfecting a British accent, an experience he described as “acting times 100.” During filming in Istanbul, Moss suffered a spinal fracture while filming a fight scenewhich did not diminish his determination to move forward with the project.
Despite the injury, Moss continued to work and filmed crucial scenes at the Paris airport the day after the incident. In an interview with another media outlet, the actress recounted how the production team in Turkey allowed re-filming in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, calling the experience “an incredible opportunity.” The Veil: web of lies It is emerging as a new hit within the extensive Disney+ catalog, combining action, drama and espionage to capture the audience’s attention. With Moss at the helm and a talented team behind the cameras, the series promises to offer a journey full of emotion and surprising twists, establishing itself as one of the most attractive proposals of the year in the field of digital entertainment.
