Michael Fassbender to lead Netflix drama based on ‘masterpiece’ book – Celebrity News – Entertainment

Showrunner and executive producer Sam Shaw shared with Netflix’s Tudum: “The story of the Kennedys is the closest we have to American mythology – somewhere between Shakespeare and The Bold and the Beautiful.”, reports the Mirror.

“But Fredrik Logevall’s stunning, nuanced biography pulls a veil on the human strivings and burdens behind the myth, revealing as much about our present moment, how we got here and where we’re going, as about the Kennedys themselves.

“I’m thrilled to be able to explore this saga of a family and a world in transition with Eric Roth, Thomas Vinterberg and our incredible band of artists and partners, at a moment when our past feels urgently present.”

JFK: Coming of Age in the American Century has already received hundreds of rave reviews on Goodreads. One reader exclaimed, “This book is a masterpiece. From start to finish.

“If I could give this 10 stars I would,” another concurred, while a third remarked, “One of the best books I have read in a long time.”

Another insightful reader noted, “Superbly researched and written biography spanning the period of JFK’s youth to his decision to seek the presidency. Though it is full of information, the style of Logevall does not let the book get bogged down in detail. A joy to read.”

Yet another wrote, “Totally hooked. Amazing amount of research went into this! A great deal of history I wasn’t aware of and great insight into the mindset of JFK. Recommend.”

Fassbender is a highly respected actor, known for his roles in films such as Hunger, Shame, Jane Eyre, Steve Jobs, 12 Years a Slave, and Inglourious Basterds.

He’s also recognized for his performances in both the X-Men and Alien film franchises. One of his earliest standout roles was in HBO’s acclaimed miniseries Band of Brothers in 2001, and he recently appeared in the 2025 thriller Black Bag. The release date for Kennedy has not yet been announced.