The Bastard Executioner Lands on Presto

SYDNEY: Australian streaming service Presto has secured the exclusive SVOD rights for The Bastard Executioner, a medieval event series from Sons of Anarchy's Kurt Sutter.

The Bastard Executioner is set in Northern Wales during the 14th century. The story follows the life of a warrior who becomes a journeyman executioner at the request of a divine messenger. The show, which stars Lee Jones, is produced by Fox 21 Television Studios and FX Productions. It is now available to stream on Presto.

Shaun James, Presto TV's CEO, commented: "The Bastard Executioner is not for the faint-hearted but it is just the kind of intriguing drama that will draw in TV lovers, eager to get their fill of treachery and 14th-century political plotting. We're delighted to bring this medieval drama exclusive to Presto."