John Slattery Cast as Leo Drummond in USA Network's 'The Rainmaker' Series
The new adaptation of John Grisham’s novel features the 'Mad Men' star in a pivotal role, with Michael Seitzman and Jason Richman writing and producing.
- Slattery will portray Leo F. Drummond, a key character in the courtroom drama.
- The series is based on Grisham's bestselling novel and follows a young lawyer, Rudy Baylor, facing off against Drummond.
- The project is part of USA Network’s effort to revive its 'Blue Sky' brand of programming.
- The original 'Rainmaker' film adaptation featured Jon Voight as Drummond.
- The series marks USA Network’s first non-shared scripted series since 2020.