This New Country Music TV Series Is Already at the Top of Our Watch List
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The world of television is a wonderful thing. There's no better way to unwind and escape reality for a bit than by diving into some of the best shows. We could go on forever about our personal favorite series (Virgin River, Cobra Kai, and Yellowstone, to name a few). Each one of them brings something special to the table, including some of the most interesting, well-developed characters on television.
If you're looking for your next TV fix, we have a new show to add to your radar.
Monarch is an upcoming country music drama that's set to air on Fox in September. This series seems to have enough action and Western vibes to delight any Yellowstone fan and enough steamy romance to appeal to our fellow Virgin River fans.
If you're wondering whether you should include Monarch on your list of must-watch shows, read on for everything you should know about the series, including the cast, plot, premiere date, and more.
The trailer is jam-packed with suspense, romance, and all things country music.
What is 'Monarch' about?
That trailer was quite a wild ride! Fox's official description of the show reads as follows: "Reigning King of Country Music Albie Roman, along with his insanely talented—and tough as nails—wife, Queen of Country Music Dottie Cantrell Roman, have created a country music dynasty, but even though the Roman name is synonymous with authenticity, the very foundation of their success is a lie. When their reign as country royalty is put in jeopardy, heir to the crown Nicolette 'Nicky' Roman will stop at nothing to protect her family’s legacy, while ensuring her own quest for stardom, alongside her brother Luke and sister Gigi."
Who's in the cast?
In short: The cast of Monarch is loaded! The show's lead is the legendary, Academy Award-winning actress Susan Sarandon, who plays Dottie Roman. Sarandon hardly needs an introduction, but you know her from Thelma & Louise, Bull Durham, Stepmom and Dead Man Walking.
But she isn't the only leading lady: Anna Friel is also set to star, as Dottie's ambitious daughter Nicolette Roman. You've probably seen Friel in Pushing Daisies, The Girlfriend Experience or Broken.
Country music fans will be delighted to hear that Trace Adkins will play the male lead, Albie Roman. Adkins is an award-winning country music singer, and isn't new to the acting scene by any means.
The rest of the cast includes:
Joshua Sasse (Galavant) as Luke Roman
Beth Ditto (On Becoming a God in Central Florida) as Gigi Tucker-Roman
Meagan Holder (Pitch) as Kayla Roman-Tucker
Inigo Pascual as Ace Grayson
Adam Croasdell (Preacher) as Clive Grayson
Martha Higareda (Altered Carbon) as Catt Phoenix
Emma Milani (Solve) as Ana Phoenix
Where can I watch it?
Monarch premieres on Fox on Sunday, September 11 at 8:00 p.m. ET. The show will air on a weekly basis. Stay tuned for more information on how to stream the show.
