Dane Cook (pictured, via) has landed the role of Robbie on the American Gods TV series. Deadline reports that Cook’s character shares a deep friendship with the primary protagonist Shadow Moon.
Here’s more from Deadline: “Cook’s Robbie promises to hold Shadow’s (Ricky Whittle) job for him while he’s in prison. Robbie is married to Audrey, best friend to Shadow’s wife Laura (Emily Browning), and he provides another shoulder for Laura to cry on while Shadow is away.”
Earlier this year, Starz announced several castings: Ian McShane as Mr. Wednesday, Yetide Badaki will play Bilquis, and Gillian Anderson will play Media. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the story for this television adaptation will be based on Neil Gaiman’s popular fantasy novel. Gaiman himself will serve as both an executive producer and a screenwriter. (via A.V. Club)