The legendary Susan Lucci joins Hollywood A-Lister Keanu Reeves in the upcoming Apple TV dark comedy Outcome. She plays his mom in the film. This casting move feels like a fever dream for soap fans. This signals another member of daytime royalty who is finally heading to the “prestige” streaming world. After all, The Young and the Restless‘ Peter Bergman recently guest-starred in Apple TV’s hit drama, Pluribus.
Key Takeaways
- Susan Lucci and Keanu Reeves will share the screen in a story centered on a damaged Hollywood star (Reeves) who must confront his past after being extorted by a mysterious video.
- Jonah Hill directs and stars in the film, along with a star-studded cast that includes Cameron Diaz and Guiding Light alum Matt Bomer.
- This role is perfect for Lucci, proving that she still holds the title of “Queen of the Screen.”
Apple TV Drops Trailer For New Dark Comedy
On Tuesday, March 17, Apple TV shared a trailer for Outcome, a dark comedy that stars Keanu Reeves, Cameron Diaz, David Spade, Jonah Hill, Martin Scorsese, Susan Lucci, and other celebrities. The original film is scheduled to stream on Apple TV on Friday, April 10.
In Outcome, Reeves plays Reef Hawk, a Hollywood star who’s been extorted with a video that could ruin his reputation. His friends rally support around him. Reeves tries to salvage the situation by making amends with anyone he possibly wronged. In the meantime, Reeves tries to uncover the blackmailer.
Lucci plays Reeves’ mom in the film. Check out Lucci’s standout scene in the trailer for Outcome.
Why Outcome is Lucci’s Comeback
For decades, Lucci was the face of All My Children. She transformed herself into Erica Kane and became known for that iconic role — even winning a Daytime Emmy for it in 1999. Since AMC’s cancellation, the actress has appeared in Lifetime films and guest-starred on shows. Joining this dark comedy as Reef Hawk’s mom is a next-level move.
Lucci has mastered the glamorous but complicated archetype before. But in a film about a Hollywood star facing extortion, Lucci is perfect to play a character who either holds the keys to his past or adds to his current-day chaos with her signature flair.
Lucci Congratulates Michael B. Jordan on Oscars Win
On Sunday, March 15, Michael B. Jordan won a Best Lead Actor Oscar for his dual role in the vampire horror flick, Sinners. An Lucci took the time to congratulate her former AMC costar. She took to Instagram to write, “Congratulations, Michael B. Jordan, on your Oscar! I watched last night and was so excited to see you win! And what a beautiful, gracious, and authentic acceptance speech you gave. So proud to have worked with Michael on All My Children! What a spectacular actor he is!”
In her post, Lucci included a throwback photo of herself with Jordan on AMC. As soap fans already know, he played Jack Montgomery’s (Walt Willey) adopted son, Reggie.
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