Yes, the cast of Prime Video’s upcoming action-comedy “Deep Cover” has indeed lauded the film’s “wonderfully written” and “sharp script” for its genre-bending and fun nature.
Stars Orlando Bloom and Nick Mohammed, in particular, have credited the writing by Ben Ashenden and Alex Owen for the film’s success in blending character-driven comedy with undercover mayhem.
Here’s what they’ve said:
Nick Mohammed (who plays Hugh): Hailing the writing, he stated, “There were so many little moments in the show, and it is just so wonderfully written or adapted by Ben and Alex, who wrote this sharp script. Everything’s in the writing. It was all there already.”
Orlando Bloom (who plays Marlon/Roach): He added, “It was all sort of executed because the writing was so good. The premise was so funny… The premise and the way that the script came together was just excellent.” Bloom also highlighted how the writing made it “an easy win” for his character, Marlon, an out-of-work actor who takes his “deep cover” role as a “Mancunian lunatic” gangster far too seriously.
The film’s “genre-bending” aspect comes from its unique premise: sending three improv actors undercover into London’s criminal underworld. This allows for a mix of high-stakes action and absurd, character-driven comedy, as the actors are forced to “yes, and…” their way through dangerous situations. Reviewers and cast members alike have noted how the sharp writing effectively handles this unusual blend, making for a fresh, fast, and funny experience.
