Apple delays Jessica Chastain series ‘The Savant’ days before premiere

Apple has indefinitely postponed the release of The Savant, a thriller starring Jessica Chastain about an investigator who infiltrates a domestic extremist group. The series was set to premiere on September 26, but Apple issued a brief statement saying: “After careful consideration, we have made the decision to postpone The Savant… We appreciate your understanding and look forward to releasing the series at a future date.” No new release date has been given.

Why this matters

The timing and lack of explanation have sparked speculation. Some observers point to concerns about offending political groups or avoiding associations with high-profile acts of political violence. Apple has previously been cautious about programming that might affect its global business relationships.

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Original coverage: Engadget: Apple TV indefinitely delays its domestic-extremism thriller The Savant

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