Revving Up Drama: Dennis Quaid to Lead 'Thunder Roads'

Hollywood star Dennis Quaid will headline 'Thunder Roads', a new series set in NASCAR's world. Produced by AMC and NASCAR, the show follows the Whitlock family, a dynastic figure in stock car racing. Quaid plays Duanne Whitlock, a legendary racer fighting to preserve his family's legacy.

Hollywood veteran Dennis Quaid is gearing up to steer the spotlight of a new television series, 'Thunder Roads', which delves into the competitive, adrenaline-charged world of NASCAR stock car racing.

The production is helmed by AMC in collaboration with NASCAR, aiming to capture the high-stakes atmosphere synonymous with the sport. Screenwriter John Fusco takes on writing duties, alongside showrunner Taylor Elmore, promising a gripping narrative centered around the Whitlock family—the heart of an unshakeable racing dynasty and their cultural roots in the southern hill country.

Quaid steps into the shoes of Duanne Whitlock, also known as The Wrecking Ball, a pivotal figure determined to uphold a racing legacy stemming from the bygone days of moonshine and dirt tracks. It's a saga of survival against modern challenges, as depicted through the eyes of a fading dynasty. Cliff Roberts and Mark L. Smith join as executive producers, best known for their work on the Netflix series 'Untamed'.

(With inputs from agencies.)