Taylor Lautner is set to thrill fans once again as he takes on a unique role in a new series under development at Amazon MGM Studios. In this intriguing show, Lautner will play himself as a werewolf hunter, blending reality with fiction by drawing on a fictionalized version of his life. Having gained fame as Jacob Black, the shapeshifter who turned into a wolf in the Twilight Saga, Lautner's new character will lead a double life as a Hollywood actor by day and a supernatural warrior by night.
The show promises to be a fresh take on the Twilight franchise, offering viewers an exciting mix of action, drama, and romance. Lautner's character must balance the challenges of saving the world while attempting to relaunch his acting career and finding love. This series will delve into his involvement in a secret society of werewolf trackers, where his unique expertise is crucial.
Lautner was only 16 when the first Twilight film debuted in 2008 and wrapped up the franchise at 19 with Breaking Dawn — Part 2. Since then, he has appeared in various roles, including Dr. Cassidy Cascade in the second season of Scream Queens in 2016 and Dale Ashbrick Jr on the BBC sitcom Cuckoo from 2014 to 2018. Most recently, he starred in Home Team in 2022 and Run The Tide in 2016.
"It built up something inside of me where I didn't know it, but I was scared to go out. I'd get super anxious to go out. So I just didn't." – Taylor Lautner
This quote reflects Lautner's personal struggles with fame and anxiety, adding depth to his new role, where his character's journey mirrors some aspects of his own life. The series will explore how Lautner navigates the dual pressures of his Hollywood career and his secret life as a supernatural warrior.
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