Michelle Yeoh is taking on a new role in the upcoming Netflix series, The Brothers Sun. Co-created by Brad Falchuk and Byron Wu, this action-packed show follows the story of Eileen Sun, played by Yeoh, as she navigates the criminal underworld while balancing her responsibilities as a mother.
Eileen is a shrewd and savvy woman who has managed to build a new life for herself and her youngest son, Bruce (played by Sam Song Li), after leaving behind the world of Taiwan’s gangsters and crime. However, her past catches up with her when her eldest son, Charles (played by Justin Chien) returns to their lives. Charles, also known as “Chairleg,” was raised within a Taiwanese triad run by his crime boss father and has arrived to protect his mother and brother following his father’s death.
The trailer for The Brothers Sun is filled with intense fight sequences as Eileen and Charles join forces to protect Bruce from the dangers that come knocking on their door. As Taipei’s deadliest societies and a new rising faction battle it out for dominance, the Sun family finds themselves caught in the middle of the chaos.
Despite the action-packed scenes, The Brothers Sun is also a story about family. Charles’ return sparks a journey of healing and self-discovery as the family grapples with the wounds caused by their separation. Together, they must come to terms with what family truly means while facing countless enemies who are determined to see them fall.
The series also features an ensemble cast including Highdee Kuan, Joon Lee, Jenny Yang, Johnny Kou, Jon Xue Zhang, and more. Brad Falchuk serves as the showrunner and executive producer alongside Byron Wu, Kevin Tancharoen, and Mikkel Bondesen. Wu also serves as the writer for the series, with Tancharoen taking on the role of director.
Fans of Michelle Yeoh and action-packed dramas won’t have to wait long to see The Brothers Sun in action. The series is set to premiere on Netflix on January 4th, offering viewers a thrilling and compelling story of family, secrets, and survival in the midst of a dangerous underworld.
With its unique blend of dark action and comedy, The Brothers Sun promises to be a gripping and entertaining watch that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. As Eileen, Charles, and Bruce navigate the treacherous world they find themselves in, they must rely on their strength, wit, and most importantly, each other, to survive the challenges that lie ahead.
