Jason Bateman and Jude Law's 'Black Rabbit': A Bad Bromance Thriller
Jason Bateman and Jude Law team up in the new Netflix limited series, "Black Rabbit," a dramatic thriller set in a fictional New York City restaurant. The series explores familial bonds, ambition, and greed, with Bateman and Law playing friction-fueled brothers.
The Premise of 'Black Rabbit'
Despite the restaurant setting, "Black Rabbit" isn't another "The Bear." While the menus may be tempting, they serve as a backdrop for the chases and emotional turmoil at the heart of the story. The eight-episode series, premiering on Netflix on Thursday, September 18, focuses on the relationship between brothers tested by ambition and criminal enterprise.
Ozark Reunion: Laura Linney Supports Jason Bateman
Laura Linney, Bateman's former co-star from "Ozark," attended the New York City premiere of "Black Rabbit" on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at SVA Theater. The pair, who played husband and wife on the hit drama, were photographed together on the red carpet, demonstrating their continued support for each other.
Linney wore a luminous silver pants set, while Bateman sported an all-black ensemble. "Ozark," which ran for four seasons, saw them as Marty and Wendy Byrde, a couple forced to flee to the Ozarks after a money-laundering scheme goes wrong.
Jason Bateman and Jude Law on Working Together
Ahead of the premiere, Jude Law spoke about his experience working with Jason Bateman. He described it as a collaborative effort aimed at elevating each other's performance. Law emphasized the shared understanding they quickly developed, allowing them to push boundaries and create a dynamic on-screen relationship.
It's like you're playing a sport, but you're not trying to beat the other person, but you're trying to raise their game.
Law said he was pushing the practice thinking, ‘If I go this far, am I allowed to do this? Are you allowed to do that?’ It was pretty clear, pretty quickly, that we were on the same page,”
The Cast of 'Black Rabbit'
"Black Rabbit" boasts a stellar cast, including Jude Law as Jake Friedkin, a successful restaurateur, and Jason Bateman as Vince, his troubled brother. The series explores how Vince's return throws Jake's life into chaos, drawing him into the city's criminal underworld. Creators Zach Baylin and Kate Susman praised the cast's dedication and ability to bring depth to their characters.
- Jude Law as Jake Friedkin: A successful restaurant owner whose life is disrupted by his brother's return.
- Jason Bateman as Vince: A troubled brother with a history of addiction and criminal activity.
Supporting Cast and Characters
The cast also includes several key supporting characters. Cleopatra Coleman plays Estelle, the interior designer for Black Rabbit and girlfriend of investor Wes (Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù). Amaka Okafor plays Roxie, the head chef. Wes is played by Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, the musician and Black Rabbit investor.
The Criminal Element
Troy Kotsur, known for his role in CODA, plays Mancuso, a New York City kingpin. He also has leverage over Vince, while Forrest Weber plays Junior, Mancuso's screwup heir. The final member, Chris Coy plays Babbitt, Mancuso's goon.
The Family
The cast also includes family members. Odessa Young plays Gen, Vince’s estranged daughter. Dagmara Dominczyk plays Val, Jake’s ex-wife and the mother of his son Hunter, played by Michael Cash.
