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The show is described as a collection of interconnected crime stories. Hunnam will play the character of Leo, a cunning master thief known for his strategic planning without the use of guns or violence. Leo is likened to a chess player, always thinking several steps ahead. Despite his skills, he is viewed as a coward by other criminals, particularly when compared to his father Tommy, who is infamous for killing the notorious Teeg Lawless and serving jail time for it.
Brubaker will serve as co-showrunner and executive producer on “Criminal” along with Jordan Harper. Phillips, Sarah Carbiener, and Phillip Barnett are all excutive producer for the project. Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden will direct the first four episodes. Legendary Television will also serve as an executive producer.
Source: Variety