Dan Stevens (Downton Abbey, Legion) has joined the cast of the Hulu limited series Immigrant, which tells the true story of the founder of the Chippendales dancers. He joins Kumail Nanjiani, who is taking on the lead role in the show from creator Robert Siegel (Pam & Tommy).
“Immigrant is the true story of Somen ‘Steve’ Banerjee (Nanjiani), the Indian-American entrepreneur who started Chippendales. The series will detail the insane, darkly comedic, crime-ridden story behind the unique male revue that became a cultural phenomenon.”
Stevens will play Paul Snider. “A hustler and serial schmoozer, Paul Snider stumbles upon the opportunity of a lifetime in the form of Steve Banerjee (Nanjiani) and his struggling LA backgammon club. Through their unlikely partnership, the iconic male stripping institution Chippendales is born.”
The cast of Immigrant also includes Murray Bartlett and Annaleigh Ashford, as well as recurring/guest stars Quentin Plair, Andrew Rannells, and Nicola Peltz.
Stevens is a great actor, and it’s fun to see him back in a different role.