Paul Dano dives into animation with AMC's 'Pantheon'

Diving headfirst into the world of animation, renowned actor Paul Dano is all set to leave his mark on AMC’s forthcoming animated drama, “Pantheon.” Joining him are the industry's other powerhouses like Taylor Schilling, Aaron Eckhart, and Rosemarie Dewitt. This captivating ensemble is shaping up to be a visual feast for fans, according to Variety.

Paul Dano: From Live-Action to Animation

Dano, lauded for his performance in the limited series “Escape at Dannemora” and bagging an Emmy nomination, is no stranger to captivating audiences. His remarkable performances in “There Will Be Blood,” “Little Miss Sunshine,” and the much-anticipated film “The Batman” have solidified his status as a versatile actor.

In "Pantheon," Dano will be venturing into uncharted territory. Based on a series of gripping short stories by Ken Liu, this animated drama explores the concept of Uploaded Intelligence - a vision of human consciousness transferred to the cloud.

A Plot That Breaks Boundaries

The plot unfolds around Maddie, a bullied teenager who finds herself in the company of a mysterious online savior. The twist? Her anonymous protector turns out to be her recently deceased father, David, whose consciousness now exists in the digital ether after an experimental brain scan.

Joining Dano in this adventurous storyline are notable stars like Taylor Schilling, best known for her role in the Netflix hit series “Orange Is the New Black,” Aaron Eckhart, the face behind memorable roles in films like "The Dark Knight" and "Thank You for Smoking," and Rosemarie Dewitt, who recently shined in Hulu’s “Little Fires Everywhere.”

Craig Silverstein, the man behind the historical drama “Turn: Washington’s Spies,” will be helming the series as the writer and showrunner, promising to bring a unique blend of realism and fantasy to the animation.