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Apple Shares Trailer for Upcoming Apple TV+ Show 'Defending Jacob'

Apple today shared the first trailer for "Defending Jacob," an upcoming Apple TV+ show focusing on a murder where a district attorney's son is arrested as the main suspect.

In this gripping, character-driven thriller, a shocking crime rocks a small Massachusetts town and one family in particular, forcing an assistant district attorney to choose between his sworn duty to uphold justice and his unconditional love for his son.

"Defending Jacob" is based on the novel of the same name written by William Landay. It stars Chris Evans, best known for his starring role in the "Captain America," films and Michelle Dockery, known for "Downton Abbey."

Jaeden Martell ("Knives Out" and "It Chapter Two"), J.K Simmons ("Oz" and "Counterpart") and Cherry Jones ("Signs") also have roles in the show.

"Defending Jacob" is set to premiere on ‌Apple TV‌+ on April 24.

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81 months ago
Love these kinds of shows. Cannot wait!

I finally got a chance to see The Morning Show and that was spectacular
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81 months ago
Eh. Right now I’m wishing they would release things that are a little more “fun.”
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81 months ago
JK Simmons - I’m in
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81 months ago

Did we just watch the entire show?
No, I don't think so. That's at least assuming that they follow the book.
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81 months ago
I'm a fan of both the leads. Looking forward to it!
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81 months ago
This looks good!
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