Jon Hamm says American Hostage feels relevant to current political climate
Jon Hamm told The Hollywood Reporter that his new series American Hostage feels very relevant given the current political climate.
Series based on true crime story
The show stars Hamm as a local news broadcaster caught in a hostage situation. A disgruntled borrower kidnaps a mortgage broker in this narrative set in Indianapolis. The events occurred in 1977 and were chronicled on a podcast of the same name.
Themes resonate with modern culture
Hamm stated that certain thematic devices in the story resonate politically now. He noted that some segments of the population feel overlooked or under-addressed regarding their needs. The title was fought for because it speaks to the story on several occasions.
Production details and co-creators
The series is co-created by Shawn Ryan and Eileen Myers. Sony describes the project as a psychological thriller about Fred Heckman. The interview took place at The Hollywood Reporter's Studio at 1 Hotel during TIFF.
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