A&E has announced the premiere of Coma, a two-part miniseries set to air later this year. The medical thriller is based on the bestselling novel by Robin Cook and the 1978 film adaptation directed by Michael Crichton.
Produced by Ridley and Tony Scott, the new version stars Lauren Ambrose as a medical student who discovers a series of mysterious comas among patients at her hospital. As she investigates, she uncovers a disturbing conspiracy.
The cast also includes James Woods, Geena Davis, Richard Dreyfuss, and Ellen Burstyn, adding significant star power to the production. The series blends psychological suspense with medical drama and science fiction.
A&E continues to expand its scripted offerings, and Coma fits well into the network’s strategy of delivering darker, more thought-provoking content. The miniseries is expected to appeal to fans of classic thrillers and contemporary reimaginings alike.
Coma will air over two consecutive nights, promising a tightly paced and gripping story.