Catherine Zeta-Jones will star as the lead character in the upcoming AMC+ revenge-thriller series titled "Kill Jackie" [1, 2].
The project marks a significant return to the thriller genre for Zeta-Jones and represents a strategic acquisition for AMC+ as it expands its original scripted content in the U.S. market [3, 4].
Zeta-Jones portrays the titular character, Jackie, in a story centered on themes of vengeance, and retribution [1, 5]. The series is an adaptation of the novel "The Price You Pay" [2, 3]. While reports on the original author vary, Variety said the bestselling novel is by Nick Harkaway, while Deadline said it is a "gonzo thriller" written by Aidan Truhen [2, 3].
The production was acquired by AMC for distribution in the U.S. [3]. The series is scheduled to premiere on the AMC+ streaming service on Oct. 2, 2026 [5].
Industry analysts said the casting of a high-profile actress like Zeta-Jones is intended to draw a wider demographic to the streaming platform. The series aims to blend the tension of a traditional thriller with the character-driven narrative found in the source material [2, 4].
Details regarding the full cast and the number of episodes in the first season have not been released. The series will be available exclusively through the AMC+ subscription service in the U.S. [2, 5].
“Catherine Zeta-Jones will star as the lead character in the upcoming AMC+ revenge-thriller series titled "Kill Jackie".”
The acquisition of "Kill Jackie" reflects a broader trend of streaming services investing in established cinematic stars to anchor original series. By adapting a novel with conflicting attributions in trade reporting, AMC+ is positioning the show as a high-concept thriller designed to compete for viewership during the autumn television window.
