The upcoming biopic series “Archie” will explore the troubled childhood of Hollywood icon Cary Grant, shedding light on how his early experiences shaped his life.

In the highly anticipated four-part drama “Archie,” Jason Isaacs takes on the role of Cary Grant, portraying the late actor’s birth name, Archibald Alexander Leach. The series, set to premiere on ITV and ITVX in December, will also be available on BritBox in the US.

The recently released images of Jason Isaacs in character as Cary Grant have sparked positive reactions from fans on social media. Many have praised Isaacs’s transformation, with some describing him as a “dead ringer” for the Hollywood icon.

The biopic series, written by Jeff Pope, delves into Grant’s troubled childhood, marked by extreme poverty, his father’s adultery, and the loss of his older brother. These experiences tore the family apart and sent Grant’s mother into a downward spiral of grief and depression.

Cary Grant, born in Bristol in 1904, emigrated to the US at the age of 16 and eventually became one of the most iconic figures of the twentieth century. He established himself as a leading man in Hollywood and formed a close working relationship with Alfred Hitchcock, starring in several of his films.

Through “Archie,” viewers will gain insights into the fascinating and complicated life of Cary Grant, a man beloved by presidents and paupers alike. The series aims to uncover the key to Grant’s success, which lies in his childhood experiences.

The cast of “Archie” includes Laura Aikman as Cary Grant’s ex-wife, actress and filmmaker Dyan Cannon, Harriet Walter as Grant’s mother Elsie Leach, and Kara Tointon as a young Elsie. Dainton Anderson, Calam Lynch, and Oaklee Pendergast will portray young versions of Cary Grant.

With its focus on Grant’s early life and the impact of his upbringing, “Archie” promises to offer a fresh perspective on the Hollywood legend. Fans and viewers can look forward to the premiere of the biopic series in December and witness Jason Isaacs’s portrayal of the iconic Cary Grant.