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American Gigolo is a bold and captivating series from Showtime taking roots from the original 1980s movie of the same name. A crime drama rich in suspense and narrational brilliance, the show brings to the screen a complex mesh of plot and characterization, with a strong focus on the world of high-end male escorts.

Jon Bernthal plays the lead role, seamlessly stepping into the shoes of Julian Kaye, originally portrayed by Richard Gere in the movie. Bernthal's Julian is a seasoned gigolo navigating through the glamorous but tricky labyrinth of high society in modern-day Los Angeles. His aura of self-assuredness and nonchalance hidden under a shell of vulnerability forms the essence of his intriguing character.

The narrative spins into a tale of redemption as Julian emerges from a life-altering string of events, having been wrongly accused and then beaten down by the penal system. The show explores the man's journey to reclaim his life on the outside and flush out the layers of decadence that seem to have seeped into his existence.

Gretchen Mol plays Michelle Stratton, a politician's wife stuck in a life of pretense and superficial glamour that drains her of her spirit. She seeks solace in Julian's world, setting forth a chain of events that unravels the threadbare machinations of high society and revealing a world of secrets, lies, and deceptions.

Rosie O'Donnell dons the role of homicide detective Sunday, who harbors a past connection with Julian. Despite their shared history, she is wrapped in the onus of the investigation into the crime Julian is implicated in. Her relationship with Julian is a tumultuous mix of suspicion, grudging respect, and unexpected rediscovery.

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American Gigolo is a series that ran for 1 seasons (8 episodes) between September 11, 2022 and on Showtime