Matthew Rhys to Executive Produce and Likely Star in Wyrd at FX
Notably, Keri Russell is also an EP on the project.
Matthew Rhys is set to return to FX in a new show, Wyrd, a drama sourced from the Dark Horse comic series. Up In the Air screenwriter, Sheldon Turner, lays claim to this script. The story of Wyrd appears dark and existential. In short, an alien, Wyrd (Rhys), is sent to Earth to investigate human life. When his alien society abandons him on the planet, Wyrd must grapple with his banishment, attempt to assimilate with humanity, and try to find a way back home — all while paranormal activity is afoot. Joining Rhys for the executive production team is his partner and former The Americans co-star, Keri Russell. Sheldon Turner and Jennifer Klein also executive produce through Vendetta Productions alongside Mike Richardson, Keith Goldberg and Chris Tongue for Dark Horse. According to Variety, Rhys is also eyeing the lead role.