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Apple TV+ Thriller 'Prime Target' Explores Math's Role in a Global Conspiracy

The series, starring Leo Woodall and Quintessa Swindell, premieres January 22 and follows a mathematician whose discovery threatens digital security worldwide.

  • Edward Brooks, a math postgraduate played by Leo Woodall, uncovers a pattern in prime numbers that could unlock every computer in the world.
  • Quintessa Swindell stars as NSA agent Taylah Sanders, who teams up with Brooks to uncover a conspiracy targeting his groundbreaking work.
  • The eight-episode series is created by Steve Thompson and produced by Ridley Scott’s Scott Free Productions, with all episodes directed by Brady Hood.
  • The show features an ensemble cast including Stephen Rea, Martha Plimpton, and David Morrissey, among others, in key supporting roles.
  • Prime Target debuts globally on Apple TV+ with two episodes on January 22, followed by weekly releases through March 5.
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