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Several years after his breakthrough role as Johnny Storm in the 2005 superhero film Fantastic Four, Hollywood actor Chris Evans became a household name when he portrayed Captain America in the well-received Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) blockbusters. Beyond his superhero stardom, the charming actor showcased his acting chops with intense and layered performances.
And one such overlooked performance, where he proved his mettle, was the equally underappreciated legal drama Defending Jacob. It’s a show that will remind you of the hard-hitting Netflix series Adolescence. Read on to find out more about this gripping miniseries, where to stream it on OTT, and why it deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Defending Jacob – Plot & Cast
Directed by Norwegian filmmaker Morten Tyldum (The Imitation Game), the murder-mystery legal drama is based on William Landay’s best-selling novel of the same name. The series follows Andy Barber (played by Chris Evans), a respected Assistant District Attorney in a small Massachusetts town. His life is suddenly turned upside down when his 14-year-old son, Jacob (Jaeden Martell), becomes the prime suspect in the shocking murder of a classmate.
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