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Apple TV+ Delays Jessica Chastain Series 'The Savant' Days Before Premiere

Apple gave no reason, with coverage pointing to concerns over real-world political violence.

Overview

  • The streamer announced the postponement on Sept. 23, three days before the planned Sept. 26 debut of the first two episodes.
  • No new release date was provided, and the Apple TV app now lists the series as “coming at a later date.”
  • Reports note the series includes depictions of a sniper and a government-building bombing, raising sensitivity concerns given current events.
  • Multiple outlets link the timing to national reactions following Charlie Kirk’s assassination, though Apple has not confirmed that rationale.
  • The eight-episode thriller stars and is executive produced by Jessica Chastain, is created by Melissa James Gibson, and is inspired by Andrea Stanley’s 2019 Cosmopolitan feature.