Omar Sy Cast In Live-Action Yasuke Netflix Series As First African Samurai
Netflix has officially cast Omar Sy to portray the first African samurai in the upcoming live-action Yasuke original series. The live-action series will be the second time the streamer has explored the enslaved African man brought to feudal Japan who rose to become the country’s first non-Japanese samurai.
The five-part series from Netflix will pair the streamer up with some familiar collaborators, such as notable screenwriter Nick Jones Jr., who will write the screenplay for the live-action adventure. Jones was an essential component that helped create the Yasuke anime adaption, which made its premiere on Netflix last year. Jones served as head writer for the anime series and will now be allowed to bring the illustrious true story of Yasuke to life in live-action form.
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As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Sy will officially join the live-action series to play the titular character in Jones's new take on the historical figure. The well-known Lupin star will look to step into the shoes of a real-life legend who defied the obstacles placed before him to make an incredibly lasting mark in history. «I've been inspired by Yasuke for quite a while,» stated Sy. «With this superb team, we are creating a remarkable series showcasing what it meant to be an African samurai in Japanese history.» The acclaimedLupin star will also serve as an executive producer for the live-action series alongside Jones.
TheYasuke anime adaptation from Netflix was well-received by critics, earning 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, with many praising the series for its beautiful animation and its skillful fusion of fantasy and history. In addition, the hit series had an incredible cast,
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