STARZPLAY, the leading subscription video-on-demand platform in the MENA region, is preparing to launch its latest original highlight, The Assassin, with the exclusive premiere set for 1 September.
A Past That Refuses to Fade
Set on a remote Greek island, the story follows retired contract killer Julie, whose quiet life is disrupted when her estranged son Edward travels from England seeking answers about his past. What begins as a fragile reunion soon escalates into confrontation, as decades-old secrets resurface.
Julie’s violent history soon catches up with her, and the tension between mother and son becomes a desperate fight for survival. Forced into an unexpected alliance, the two must navigate deadly threats while confronting the truth that binds them together.
Starring Keeley Hawes (Bodyguard, Line of Duty) and Freddie Highmore (The Good Doctor), The Assassin is a six-part thriller that blends intense suspense with emotional storytelling, exploring the dangers of hidden family secrets and unresolved pasts.
Streaming Information:
- Platform: STARZPLAY (exclusive in MENA)
- Launch Date: 1 September 2025
- Format: Complete box-set (6 episodes)
- Availability: All episodes available to stream on day one
For further details, visit: www.starzplay.com