Kurt Sutter said he is not involved with the FX limited series Legends starring Charlie Hunnam [1, 2].
The clarification comes as fans noted the reunion of actors from the biker drama Sons of Anarchy, which Sutter created and executive produced [1].
Sutter addressed the news via a post on Instagram this month [1]. He said he sought to ensure there was no confusion regarding his role in the production of the new series [1].
"I’m not involved with Legends at all, nor should I be," Sutter said [1].
Despite the lack of professional connection to the project, Sutter expressed support for the series and the creators behind it [1, 2]. He said he is comfortable with the project moving forward without his participation [1].
"I think you’ll dig it," Sutter said [1].
Sutter said he was aware of the news regarding Hunnam's show when it broke [2]. The limited series will air on FX [1].
“"I’m not involved with Legends at all, nor should I be."”
This statement serves as a formal boundary between the original Sons of Anarchy intellectual property and the new FX project. By publicly endorsing the series while distancing himself from the production, Sutter prevents potential legal or creative confusion regarding the lineage of the show, while simultaneously signaling to the fanbase that the reunion of the cast is amicable.
