In the thrilling new Netflix series ‘Black Rabbit’, Jason Bateman and Jude Law portray estranged brothers caught in a web of chaos and financial turmoil.
Jason Bateman and Jude Law Face Loan Sharks in the Thrilling ‘Black Rabbit’ Trailer
Jason Bateman’s demons resurface as he confronts his brother, played by Jude Law, in the trailer for their highly anticipated Netflix limited series, Black Rabbit.
Plot Overview
Created by Zach Baylin and Kate Susman, the series follows estranged brothers Vince (Bateman) and Jake (Law). Vince reunites with his older brother Jake, bringing chaos to Jake’s popular bar and restaurant, the Black Rabbit, located at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge.
“What do you think happens when you don’t pay back a loan for three years?” Jake (Law) asks Vince, who admits to being in significant debt. Meanwhile, Jake is grappling with his own financial challenges while trying to maintain his success. The trailer depicts the brothers fleeing from life-threatening situations as Vince pulls Jake deeper into his troubles.
Release Information
All eight episodes of Black Rabbit will be available on Netflix starting September 18.
Series Synopsis
Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City’s nightlife, Black Rabbit explores the intense dynamics between two brothers driven to their limits by familial duty and their quest for success. Jake Friedken (Law) is the charismatic owner of Black Rabbit, a restaurant and VIP lounge on the verge of becoming New York’s hottest destination. However, Vince’s unexpected return introduces turmoil, reopening old wounds and presenting new threats that jeopardize everything they’ve built. Black Rabbit is a gripping exploration of how the unbreakable bond between brothers can shatter their world and everything around them.
Cast Insights
Bateman expressed his attraction to the series, noting its universal relatability despite its gritty setting. He stated, “At its core, it’s about two brothers who love each other but have different paths—one is a screwup, while the other is more composed, or better at concealing his issues. Everyone can relate to that dynamic with a sibling or close friend. It’s thrilling yet dangerous, often leading to trouble but always exciting.”
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Law mentioned that the series draws inspiration from various New York restaurants from the 1990s, emphasizing the behind-the-scenes hustle that occurs in such establishments. He found the contrast between the public facade and the private struggles of restaurant owners to be a rich source for storytelling.
Additional Cast
The series features a talented ensemble cast, including Cleopatra Coleman, Amaka Okafor, Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Troy Kotsur, Abbey Lee, Chris Coy, Dagmara Dominczyk, Odessa Young, and Robin De Jesus, alongside Amir Malaklou, Don Harvey, Forrest Weber, Francis Benhamou, Gus Birney, John Ales, and Steve Witting.
Bateman, along with his Ozark co-star Laura Linney, directs two consecutive episodes, showcasing their collaborative talent.
Black Rabbit is executive produced by Bateman, Michael Costigan, and Roxie Rodriguez’s Aggregate Films, along with Law and Ben Jackson’s Riff Raff Entertainment, Zach Baylin and Kate Susman’s Youngblood Pictures, and several others.
