As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Marion Cotillard (Rust And Bone, Two Days, One Night, Angle Face), the acclaimed French actress, is set to join the cast of Apple TV+’s The Morning Show for its fourth season. Cotillard, known for her roles in La Vie en Rose and Inception, will bring her formidable talent to the series, which stars Jennifer Aniston (Friend’s, Cake, We’re The Millers) and Reese Witherspoon (Legally Blind, Wild, Something From Tiffany’s).
The Morning Show, a behind-the-scenes look at a fictional news network, has been a flagship series for Apple TV+ since its debut in 2019. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the show has garnered critical acclaim, earning over 50 award nominations and securing wins such as Aniston’s SAG Award for her role as anchor Alex Levy and Billy Crudup’s (Almost Famous, Watchmen, Big Fish) Emmy for his portrayal of network president Cory Ellison.
The upcoming season promises to delve into the aftermath of significant events from the third season. Viewers witnessed intense drama, including a near-acquisition of the network by billionaire Paul Marks, played by Jon Hamm (Mad Men, Baby Driver, Top Gun: Maverick). The season ended with Alex Levy orchestrating a merger to save the network while facing personal and professional upheavals.
Cotillard’s addition to the cast is expected to inject new energy into the storyline, according to The Hollywood Reporter. While details about her character are under wraps, her involvement hints at further complexity and intrigue in the show’s narrative.
Season four’s exact release date has not been announced, but it is anticipated to follow the pattern of previous seasons, possibly premiering in 2025. As mentioned by The Hollywood Reporter, the show’s renewal and production have faced delays due to industry-wide strikes, including the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, which paused writing and filming activities.
Fans of ‘The Morning Show’ can look forward to the continued portrayal of contemporary media’s challenges, enriched by Cotillard’s compelling screen presence. With the series’ commitment to reflecting real-world headlines, the new season is poised to maintain its relevance and appeal.