Gina Torres Joins 'Memory of a Killer' Cast on Fox

Gina Torres Joins Fox’s ‘Memory of a Killer’ in a Major Role

Gina Torres, known for her acclaimed performances in television and film, has joined the cast of Fox’s upcoming drama series Memory of a Killer. The show, inspired by the 2003 Belgian film De Zaak Alzheimer, is a dramatic thriller that follows Patrick Dempsey as Angelo Doyle, a hitman leading a dangerous double life while concealing a devastating secret—early onset Alzheimer’s disease.

Torres will play Linda Grant, an FBI agent with a sharp mind and relentless determination. As a seasoned and tenacious investigator, Grant becomes a central antagonist to Angelo, setting the stage for a high-stakes conflict that threatens to expose his many secrets.

The series also features Michael Imperioli as Dutch, Angelo’s oldest friend and a chef who runs a restaurant that serves as a front for criminal activity. Other key cast members include Richard Harmon as Joe, a hitman; Odeya Rush as Maria, Angelo’s daughter; Daniel David Stewart as Jeff, Maria’s husband; and Peter Gadiot as Dave, a local police detective.

A Star-Studded Production Team

Memory of a Killer is produced by Warner Bros. Television and Fox Entertainment. The project is developed by Ed Whitmore and Tracey Malone, who serve as executive producers alongside Cathy Schulman of Welle Entertainment and David Schulner. Schulner will co-showrun the series alongside Whitmore and Malone. Additional executive producers include Arthur Sarkissian, Martin Campbell, and Peter Bouckaert of Eyeworks.

This marks another exciting addition to the already impressive lineup of talent involved in the production, bringing together some of the most respected names in television and film.

Gina Torres: A Versatile and Groundbreaking Performer

Gina Torres has built a career defined by versatility and groundbreaking roles. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Jessica Pearson on the USA Network series Suits. In 2019, she made history as the first Afro-Latina to create, star in, and produce a TV series with Pearson, a spin-off of Suits that followed Jessica Pearson into the world of Chicago politics.

Throughout her career, Torres has taken on a wide range of roles that showcase her depth and range. She played Anna Espinosa, a Russo-Cuban assassin, on Alias; Zoe Washburn, a shotgun-toting mercenary, on Firefly (and later in the film Serenity); and Jasmine, a soul-eating character, on Angel.

In recent years, Torres has continued to expand her repertoire. She portrayed paramedic captain Tommy Vega in Fox’s 9-1-1: Lone Star during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. In November 2022, she was honored with the Actress Award for Television at the 2nd Annual Critics’ Choice Celebration of Latino Cinema & Television for her role on the series.

She has also appeared in Prime Video's animated series The Legend of Vox Machina as Kepper Yennen and in Disney+’s Kindergarten: The Musical as Ms. Moreno. On the big screen, Torres starred as Darcy, a cutthroat fashion mogul, in Netflix’s The Perfect Find.

A Career Spanning Decades

With a career spanning over three decades, Torres has established herself as one of the most respected and accomplished actresses in the industry. Her work has earned her multiple accolades, and she continues to take on challenging and diverse roles that push the boundaries of her craft.

Torres is represented by Framework Entertainment, Realm Talent, and Schreck Rose Dapello and Adams, further solidifying her status as a force in the entertainment industry.

As Memory of a Killer prepares for its debut, fans are eager to see how Torres' performance as Linda Grant will shape the narrative and add another layer of intrigue to the series. With a stellar cast and a compelling storyline, the show promises to be a standout addition to Fox’s programming lineup.