'Blown to pieces': Daniel Dae Kim to bring the modern Jason Bourne to life in Amazon's 'Butterfly'

"Intrigue and Explosions Galore" - that's what viewers can expect from Amazon's thrilling new spy series Butterfly, as described by USA Today. Touted as a modern Jason Bourne-type secret agent, Butterfly is gearing up to bring the high-stakes world of espionage to the small screen, with Daniel Dae Kim as the enigmatic lead.

A New Chapter - Daniel Dae Kim's Butterfly

Daniel Dae Kim's 3AD and BOOM! Studios are joining forces to create a riveting spy thriller based on the 2015 BOOM! Studios graphic novel. The plot follows David Jung, a highly unpredictable former US intelligence operative whose life comes crashing down as the ghosts of his past reappear. Engulfed in a life-or-death cat-and-mouse chase with a lethal, sociopathic young agent, Rebecca, the stakes couldn't be higher.

As Slug Magazine puts it, "Butterfly begins telling Rebecca's tale, but ends up being more about her father's ambitions for a better world..." With a storyline rich in family dynamics and thrilling escapades, Butterfly promises to be the must-watch series of the year.

The Jason Bourne Series Reimagined

Ken Woodruff, known for his work on The Mentalist and Gotham, is co-writing and co-creating the adaptation with acclaimed Korean-American novelist Steph Cha, winner of the LA Times Book Award. The series is pegged as a character-driven espionage thriller, which AIPT likens to "a really good song."

Butterfly's inspiration draws from the classic Jason Bourne series, with its dark secrets, sophisticated plots, and heart-pounding action sequences. As a modern Jason Bourne-type secret agent story, Butterfly has the potential to fill the void left by the iconic spy series, offering a fresh and unique perspective.

Daniel Dae Kim, speaking about the collaboration, brings a commitment to underrepresented storytelling. His company, 3AD, previously produced the hit series The Good Doctor and the critically acclaimed documentary film, Bad Axe.

"Blown to Pieces" - A New Beginning

With its tantalizing blend of complex characters, intricate plotting, and an engaging storyline, Butterfly aims to take the world of spy thrillers to new heights. In an industry flooded with action series, this Jason Bourne-inspired saga is set to stand out.

Daniel Dae Kim's thrilling venture into a world of espionage and peril has fans on the edge of their seats. Will Butterfly soar above the rest or will it be caught in the crossfire of expectations? One thing is for sure; this modern Jason Bourne series has all the makings of a classic.

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