The latest series in the Immortal Universe,Anne Rice’s The Talamasca,gets a major filming update. AMC has leaned heavily into adaptations of Anne Rice’s stories, following the acclaim ofInterview with the Vampireand the buzz surroundingMayfair Witches. TheupcomingThe Talamascatakes elements that were introduced in both series, putting the spotlight on a secretive organization.
As revealed byThe Immortal Universe’s page on Instagram,Anne Rice’s The Talamascais now in production. The post below shows thatcameras have begun rolling on the spinoff as of October 7.The Blindside’s John Lee Hancock will direct the first episode, and John Schwartzman will be the Director of Photography. The post has garnered a lot of attention, with several commenters expressing their excitement for the episodes to come.
What The Talamasca Means For AMC’s Immortal Universe
The Show Delves Into A Secret Society
Consisting of six episodes and set to air on AMC and AMC+,The Talamascawill focus onthe group that is responsible for tracking and containing the supernatural and keeping tabs on the witches, vampires, and other creaturesscattered around the globe. The organization has already been introduced in the Immortal Universe, and Talamasca agents have appeared inInterview with the Vampire. The group also has ties to Daniel Molloy (Eric Bogosian), which helps drive the conflict.
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The Talamascahas already cast key roles.Dangerous Liaisonsactor Nicholas Denton will play the lead role of Guy Anatole. Described as handsome, brilliant, and sharp, Guy is approached by a representative of The Talamasca just as he’s about to graduate from law school. He soon learns that the organization has been following him since he was a child, with the protagonist needing to learn to embrace his dark nature. Also cast arePrison Breakalum William Fichtnerand Oscar-nominatedRagtimestar Elizabeth McGovern as Helen, the representative that recruits Guy Anatole.
The Talamascais executive produced and co-showrun by Hancock andHalt and Catch Fire’s Mark Lafferty, with producer Mark Johnson overseeing the overall Immortal Universe.
Going back to the Anne Rice books on which the spinoff is based, the central organizationprovides the foundation for many of the stories that the author is known for.The Talamascahas a long history, with its founding going back to 758. Althoughthe group operates across the globe, its most important files are found in London. That is where Fichtner’s character is attempting to consolidate his power.
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This would provide a solid enough basis forThe Talamasca, should the spinoff succeed. There’s built-in conflict in terms of examining the power play and colliding goals of different representatives. But there’s alsopotential for an Immortal Universe crossover, with creatures possibly pushing back against being monitored and tracked. The adaptation will have more room to explore those clashing dynamics, more so than the source material, in which the Talamasca is an element oftheInterviewandMayfairnovelsrather than the protagonists.
Our Take On The Talamasca’s Development
It’s A Smart Shift In The Spotlight
Interview with a Vampirehas cemented itself as one of the most acclaimed shows on television. In its debut installment, theMayfairspinoffdid not reach the same level of praise. However, it has proved solid enough and buzzy enough to move forward withMayfair Witchesseason 2, which premieres in 2025.The Talamascasmartly takes some of the focus away from the creatures and places it on the group that’s meant to monitor them, which should help it stand out from the other series on offer.
Talamasca: The Secret Order
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Anne Rice’s Talamasca: The Secret Order follows Guy Anatole as he navigates a hidden realm of secret agents and immortal beings, revealing the delicate equilibrium maintained with humanity. Set to be released in 2025, the series delves deep into the mystical and clandestine operations of the enigmatic Talamasca order.
