Anna Kendrick's Thriller Series 'Embassy' Joins MGM+ Lineup

WHO:

Deadline - Anna Kendrick stars in the series "Embassy" alongside Sam Heughan and J.K. Simmons.

Variety - The series is created and written by Rom Lotan.

WHAT:

Deadline - MGM+ has picked up the drama series "Embassy" for the U.S. and several global territories.

Variety - "Embassy" is described as a high-octane six-part action thriller.

WHERE:

Deadline - The series is set to be available on MGM+ in the U.S.

WHEN:

Deadline - The series was launched at Mipcom nine months prior to MGM+ acquiring it.

WHY:

Deadline - The acquisition of "Embassy" is part of MGM+'s strategy to expand its lineup with internationally financed content.

HOW:

Coming Soon - Michael Wright, the head of MGM+, stated, "Embassy is an exciting addition to the MGM+ slate—a high-octane six-part thriller with an intense storyline."

Variety - The series features Anna Kendrick as an American diplomat named Layla, with Sam Heughan portraying her British ex-fiancé and J.K. Simmons as the U.S. ambassador.

(UPDATED July 28, 2026 17:29 UTC)

Michael Wright, the head of MGM+, announced that "Embassy" is an exciting addition to their lineup. This high-octane six-part thriller promises an intense storyline that viewers can look forward to. Fans of gripping dramas should keep an eye out for its release in the near future.

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(UPDATED July 28, 2026 14:49 UTC)

MGM+ has acquired the high-octane drama series "Embassy," which stars Anna Kendrick as an American diplomat named Layla, alongside Sam Heughan and J.K. Simmons. Created and written by Rom Lotan, this six-part action thriller will be available on MGM+ in the U.S. as part of the network's strategy to enhance its lineup with internationally financed content. The series was initially launched at Mipcom nine months before MGM+ secured the rights.