Brand-New Crime Thriller Parish Set to Premiere on Universal TV on 27 March
Giancarlo Esposito Leads High-Octane Drama Airing Every Thursday at 8 PM
Universal TV (DStv 117) has officially announced the territory premiere of Parish, a gripping six-episode crime thriller that is set to captivate audiences across Africa. Starring Emmy® and SAG® Award-nominee and Critics Choice® Award-winner Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, The Mandalorian), the action-packed series will debut on Thursday, 27 March, at 8 PM with an electrifying back-to-back episode premiere. New episodes will air every Thursday, leading up to the season finale on 24 April.
A High-Stakes Story of Revenge and Redemption
In Parish, Giancarlo Esposito takes on the lead role of Gracian “Gray” Parish, a dedicated family man and owner of a luxury car service in New Orleans. However, his world is shattered when his son is brutally murdered, triggering a devastating collapse of his business. Forced to confront his past as a former getaway driver, Parish reconnects with an old friend, leading him down a perilous path entangled with a powerful criminal syndicate.
A Star-Studded Cast and Gripping Performances
Alongside Esposito, Parish boasts a stellar ensemble, including:
- Bradley Whitford (The West Wing, Get Out, The Handmaid’s Tale) as Anton, a deceptive Louisiana businessman who secretly runs a criminal empire.
- Zackary Momoh (The Nevers, Harriet, Doctor Sleep) as The Horse, a Zimbabwean gangster operating in New Orleans.
- Paula Malcomson (Watchmen, The Hunger Games, Ray Donovan) as Rose Parish, Gray’s wife and the mother of their two children.
- Skeet Ulrich (Scream, Riverdale) as Colin, an old acquaintance of Gray’s.
- Bonnie Mbuli (Invictus, Wallander) as Shamiso Tongai, The Horse’s protective sister.
- Ivan Mbakop (Hawkeye, Red Notice) as Zenzo, The Horse’s brother.
- Arica Himmel (Mixed-ish, Black-ish) as Makayla Parish, Gray and Rose’s daughter.
- Dax Rey (The Good Fight, Chicago Fire) as Luke, The Horse’s son.
- Amanda Brugel (The Handmaid’s Tale, Orphan Black) guest stars as Sister Anne, a woman with a mysterious past linked to Gray.
Inspired by the Acclaimed U.K. Series The Driver
Parish is an adaptation of the hit U.K. series The Driver, created by Danny Brocklehurst and Jim Poyser. The U.S. version is produced by AMC Studios in collaboration with A+E Studios and Thruline Entertainment. Showrunners Eduardo Javier Canto and Ryan Maldonado helm the project, with Giancarlo Esposito also serving as an executive producer. Other executive producers include Brocklehurst, Poyser, Theo Travers, Jolyon Symonds, David Morrissey, Josh Kesselman, Danny Sherman, Barry Jossen, and Tana Jamieson.
When and Where to Watch Parish
The crime thriller Parish premieres on Universal TV (DStv 117) on 27 March at 8 PM. The first two episodes will air back-to-back, with new episodes dropping every Thursday until the finale on 24 April.
Don’t Miss This Intense Crime Drama
With its fast-paced storytelling, compelling characters, and high-stakes action, Parish promises to be a must-watch for crime thriller enthusiasts. Mark your calendars and get ready for an adrenaline-fueled ride every Thursday night on Universal TV, DStv Channel 117.
