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Aspen Kennedy is joining the cast of AMC’s upcoming NASCAR drama “Thunder Road.” The new series is set to debut on AMC and AMC+ in 2027.
Kennedy joins a growing cast for the drama, which will explore a fictional racing dynasty and the challenges facing a family determined to protect its legacy.
Aspen Kennedy joins growing cast
According to Blex Media, Kennedy is part of the latest round of casting for “Thunder Road.” The actor joins Josh Macqueen, Haley Dillon and Mackenzie Porter in the upcoming series.
They will appear alongside previously announced cast members Chase Stokes, Michael Rooker, Matt Barr, Maggie Grace, West Duchovny and Shane McRae.
The series comes from creator John Fusco, who developed the story around the world of stock car racing. The drama will focus on family, competition and the pressure of maintaining a racing empire across generations.
Thunder Road follows a racing dynasty
“Thunder Road” centers on the fictional Whitlock family, a Southern stock car racing dynasty with roots that stretch back to old moonshine runs.
The family’s history forms a major part of the series. Their racing legacy also creates new challenges as they work to protect what they have built.
Dennis Quaid stars as Duane Whitlock, a legendary racer who fights to keep his blue-collar empire alive. However, ruthless competitors threaten the future of his family business.
The story will move between generations as the Whitlocks face the changing world of stock car racing. As a result, the series will combine family drama with the high-pressure world of motorsports.
Thunder Road heads to AMC in 2027
AMC plans to bring “Thunder Road” to audiences in 2027. The series will also stream on AMC+.
Kennedy’s casting adds another name to an ensemble that already includes several recognizable actors. With the story centered on a multigenerational racing family, the series is set to explore how tradition and competition shape the Whitlock dynasty.
More details about Kennedy’s character have yet to be announced.
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