The new Starz series centers on tempestuous sibling rivalry.
No, you don’t need to know a thing about wrestling to enjoy what Starz’sHeelsis cooking.
The series is created byLokihead writerMichael Waldron.
Stephen Amell on ‘Heels’.Starz
Heelsmarks both Amell and Ludwig’s returns to television following the conclusions of their long-running series.
After playingOliver Queen, a.k.a.
“I loved the scripts.
Alice Barrett Mitchell, Duke Davis Roberts, Roxton Garcia, and Alexander Ludwig on ‘Heels’.Starz
“I said, ‘Greg, this great project has come about.’
And I said, ‘Well, yeah, I know, but it just feels right.’
And he said, ‘Well, in that case, do it.’
And the rest is history.
It took a little while longer to get it started, but it’s been an incredible experience.”
For me, it really comes down to material.
For 300-and-something days a year, these people are on the road, just killing themselves for their dream.
It’s actually blown my mind.
It’s why I love what I do.
It’s just getting to experience this whole new world and this whole new way of life.”
Though the roles are physically draining, both actors loved playing wrestlers.
“When we fill up the Duffy Dome and do matches there, that’s pretty special.”
Heelspremieres Sunday, Aug. 15, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Starz.
