The logline for USA Network’s upcoming “Briarpatch” simply calls the series “a twisted tale in ten parts.” And in the new trailer for the mystery series, it’s clear that there’s going to be plenty of twists and turns, involving some not-so-good people trying to hide the identity of a murderer.
“Briarpatch” tells the story of Allegra Dill, a woman who must come back to her home town to investigate the death of her sister. What she finds is a town overrun with shady types and plenty of leads. Judging by the new footage, and the style of the trailer, it appears that USA Network is hoping to point out how “Briarpatch” isn’t your run-of-the-mill mystery series. There is some serious style and dark humor to add to the intrigue.
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The new series stars Rosario Dawson alongside Alan Cummings, Jay R. Ferguson, Brian Geraghty, Kim Dickens, and Edi Gathegi. “Briarpatch” is created by Andy Greenwald, a writer and podcaster. “Mr. Robot” creator Sam Esmail is along to produce the new series, and the pilot episode is directed by none other than Ana Lily Amirpour, the woman who brought film fans “A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night.”
“Briarpatch” debuts on USA Network on February 6.
Here’s the synopsis:
BRIARPATCH follows Allegra Dill (Dawson), a dogged investigator returning to her border-town Texas home after her sister is murdered. What begins as a search for a killer turns into an all-consuming fight to bring her corrupt hometown to its knees. The season celebrates the beloved genres represented by Thomas’ book — a stylish blend of crime and pulp fiction — while updating his sense of fun, danger and place for a new generation.
