Antony Starr Cast as Lead in Netflix Surfing Series Breakers

Antony Starr, the New Zealand actor renowned for his portrayal of the volatile superhero Homelander in Prime Video's "The Boys," has been cast as the lead in Netflix's upcoming surfing drama series "Breakers." Production on the project began recently in Western Australia, marking the streamer's first original series filmed in the region.

In "Breakers," Starr plays Brando, a charismatic yet enigmatic leader of a tight-knit surfing community. The story centers on two best friends from the United States who embark on a backpacking trip through Australia and become immersed in this seemingly idyllic group. Beneath the sun-drenched waves and camaraderie, however, lurks underlying tension, suggesting the newcomers may uncover darker secrets within the fraternity.

Starr is also executive producing the series, his second such credit after contributing to "The Boys." The project comes from writer and executive producer Pete Jackson, known for "Somewhere Boy" and "The Death of Bunny Munro." It is produced by BBC Studios' Clerkenwell Films, the team behind Netflix successes like "Baby Reindeer" and "The End of the F***ing World." Directors Mary Nighy, whose credits include "Say Nothing"...