Richard Gere has joined the cast of Apple TV’s limited series The Off Weeks, which stars and is executive produced by Jessica Chastain and Ben Stiller. The eight-episode drama, directed by Michael Showalter and developed by showrunner Alissa Nutting, explores complex themes around relationships and custody.
Plot Overview and Gere’s Role
The Off Weeks centers on Gus Adler (Stiller), a writing professor whose life unravels following a divorce. While he struggles to maintain stability during his “on weeks” when he cares for his children, his “off weeks” become complicated by a deepening romance with Stella West (Chastain), a mysterious woman whose presence threatens to upend both his parental obligations and personal ambitions. Richard Gere joins the cast as Jonathan, adding to an ensemble that includes Arian Moayed and Annaleigh Ashford.
Production Team and Cast Details
The series is executive produced by showrunner Alissa Nutting alongside Ben Stiller and John Lesher for Red Hour, Jessica Chastain and Kelly Carmichael for Freckle Films, Michael Showalter and Jordana Mollick for Semi-Formal Productions, as well as Paul Lee and Gabriel Fisher for wiip. Artists First executives Peter Principato, Allen Fischer, and Brian Steinberg also serve as executive producers. Dean Bakopoulos, known for Made for Love, is among the executive producers.
Richard Gere’s Ongoing Projects
Currently appearing in Showtime’s drama The Agency: Central Intelligence, Gere continues to expand his television work. He is represented by WME and Hirsch Wallerstein, aligning with his evolving career in high-profile series and limited-run projects.
