Jude Law to Play Bill Shankly in TV Series
British thespian Jude Law has been tapped to portray the iconic figure of Bill Shankly, the former Liverpool FC team manager, in an upcoming television production.
Jude Law is known for his film roles, but he's about to take on a new challenge. The actor is set to play Bill Shankly, the legendary manager of Liverpool FC, in a new TV series.
The series will chart Shankly's rise to fame, including his help in promoting the club from the old Second Division to winning three First Division Championships and two FA Cups.
No details have been released yet on when the series will air or what other cast members will join Law in the project.
The news comes as a surprise, as Law is a self-proclaimed Tottenham Hotspur fan, but he's clearly a fan of Shankly's work.
Why it matters
Fans of Liverpool FC and Bill Shankly will be excited to see Jude Law bring the legendary manager to life on screen.
What's next
No details have been released yet on when the series will air, but fans are eagerly awaiting the premiere.
How the story unfolded
- Yahoo Sports Film star Law to play Shankly in TV series - gossip
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- Yahoo Sports – Film star Law to play Shankly in TV series - gossip ↗
- Deadline – Jude Law Set To Play Legendary Liverpool Manager Bill Shankly In A24 Series From Jack Thorne ↗
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What is this Jude Law Bill Shankly story about?
British thespian Jude Law has been tapped to portray the iconic figure of Bill Shankly, the former Liverpool FC team manager, in an upcoming television production. Jude Law will play Bill Shankly in the TV series
When did FlashFeed cover Jude Law Bill Shankly?
FlashFeed published this brief on October 18, 2026. The earliest report it draws on, from Deadline, is dated October 16, 2026.
What are the key facts about Jude Law Bill Shankly?
The series will focus on Shankly's rise to fame as Liverpool FC manager No air date has been announced for the series
Why is Jude Law Bill Shankly in the news?
Fans of Liverpool FC and Bill Shankly will be excited to see Jude Law bring the legendary manager to life on screen.
What comes next in the Jude Law Bill Shankly story?
No details have been released yet on when the series will air, but fans are eagerly awaiting the premiere.
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