HBO ASIA’S BRAND NEW ORIGINAL PERIOD DRAMA SERIES, GRISSE

HBO Asia announced today that principal photography for the eight-part hour-long brand new original period drama, Grisse, has begun. 

The English language series joins the expanding collection of HBO Asia Original productions produced by the network, further strengthening its commitment to producing more compelling and relevant local content for the Asian audience. The series is scheduled to premiere later this year on HBO Asia’s on-air, online and on-demand platforms. 

Grisse is a period drama series set in the mid 1800’s within the colonial period of the Dutch East Indies. The series chronicles the story of a group of unlikely individuals who lead a rebellion against a brutal governor and suddenly find themselves in control of a Dutch garrison town called Grisse.

The stories revolve around a number of unique characters, each from diverse backgrounds and creeds who unite for the chance to determine their own destiny from the yoke of tyranny. 

Developed and produced by HBO Asia and together with Singapore-based Infinite Studios, Grisse will feature an ensemble cast of actors who are based in Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore and Europe. 

They include Adinia Wirasti, Marthino Lio , Michael Wahr, Edward Akbar, Jamie Aditya, Toshiji Takeshima, Joanne Kam, Zack Lee, Tom Dejong, Ully Triani, Rick Paul Van Mulligen, Alexandra Gottardo, Hossan Leong and Jimmy T. Director and showrunner for Grisse is Mike Wiluan. 

“We are delighted to once again bring together many talents from Asia to produce this adaptation of a historical tale of a small town in Indonesia. GRISSE promises to be action-packed with plot twists and interesting storylines that we hope will captivate our audiences in the region and beyond,” said Jonathan Spink, CEO of HBO Asia.  

[CREDIT: HBO ASIA]