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Jessica Chastain's new thriller series The Savant has been pulled from Apple TV Plus's release schedule, just 3 days before it was set to premiere. Those who were planning on tuning in needn't worry too much, though, as the streamer has assured subscribers that it will air at some point.
"After careful consideration, we have made the decision to postpone The Savant," a spokesperson said in a statement on September 23. While they elected not to elaborate on the specific reason behind the delay, it is widely reported to be a consequence of current political unrest in the US. "We appreciate your understanding and look forward to releasing the series at a future date."
Shortly after the announcement, Chastain took to social media to say that while she values her partnership with Apple, she is "not aligned" with the decision to postpone the show and that "honoring the courage" of the "heroes who work every day to stop violence before it happens" is "more urgent than ever. Read her post in its entirety above...
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