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The new show premieres this summer.

Jake Gyllenhaal's "Presumed Innocent" Will Satisfy All Your Crime Drama Cravings

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If you've already torn through our list of The Best True Crime-Inspired Books, dry your tears because Apple TV's newest limited series will satisfy all your crime drama & thriller cravings. The new TV show has drama, it's got intrigue, and it's got lots and lots of mystery. And the fact that Jake Gyllenhaal is starring? That's just the cherry on top. Here's everything you need to know about Presumed Innocent before it premieres this summer.


What is Presumed Innocent about?

Presumed Innocent follows Rusty Sabich, chief deputy prosecutor at the Chicago Prosecuting Attorney’s office. When the body of his coworker is found one morning, Rusty is accused of the murder. As he makes his way through the trial, Rusty has to fight to clear his name, and keep his marriage from falling apart.

When does Presumed Innocent come out?

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The first two episodes of Presumed Innocent will drop on Apple TV June 12, 2024. We'll get a new episode until the finale premieres on July 24. Since this show is a limited series, we won't be getting a season 2. So you'll want to tune in to the finale to find out what happens!

Who's in the Presumed Innocent cast?

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The Presumed Innocent cast includes Jake Gyllenhaal, Ruth Negga, Bill Camp, O-T Fagbenle, Chase Infiniti, Elizabeth Marvel, Nana Mensah, Renate Reinsve, Peter Sarsgaard, and Kingston Rumi Southwick.

Is Presumed Innocent based on a book?

Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow

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Yes, you can get a copy of Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow on Amazon. The book was turned into a 1990 movie starring Harrison Ford — a film I totally need to see now!

Are you a fan of legal thrillers? Let us know your favorite in the comments, and check out 15 Of The Best True Crime Documentaries You Can Stream RN while you wait for Presumed Innocent!

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