'The Veil': See what we know about release schedule, streaming platform, plot, trailer, cast and creative team

FX has unveiled the gripping trailer for its upcoming spy thriller, 'The Veil,' starring Elisabeth Moss, renowned for her roles in 'The Handmaid’s Tale' and 'Mad Men.'

Release Schedule, Streaming Platform

The series premieres its first two episodes exclusively on Hulu on April 30, 2024, with the subsequent four episodes releasing weekly thereafter. Moss leads the show as super spy Imogen Slater, alongside Yumnah Marwan (Little Birds), who portrays the antagonist, Adilah.

Plot

The series delves into the intricate and dangerous relationship between two women embroiled in a high-stakes game of truth and deceit. Imogen Slater holds a secret that could cost thousands of lives, while Adilah is on a mission to expose it. As they journey from Istanbul to Paris and London, the tension escalates, with CIA and French DGSE controllers working behind the scenes to prevent a catastrophic political crisis.


As a limited series, 'The Veil' is set to captivate audiences with its singular season. The plot promises heightened tension as Imogen suspects Adilah's involvement at a high level. Their journey across the Middle East and Europe forces them to confront their differences amid a backdrop of international turmoil.

Creative Team

Steven Knight, the screenwriter renowned for 'Peaky Blinders,' collaborates with FX Productions for the fourth time on 'The Veil.' Moss, in addition to her starring role, serves as an executive producer through her production company, Love & Squalor. Knight's storytelling vision is focused on individual characters within the larger context of international conflicts.

Cast

Alongside Moss, the series features Josh Charles as CIA agent Max Peterson, Dali Benssalah as Imogen's DGSE ally, Malik Amar, and Haluk Bilginer, a Turkish actor. With its blend of suspense, espionage, and compelling characters, 'The Veil' promises to be a thrilling addition to FX's lineup.

Trailer

Here is the trailer.

FAQs:

How many episodes will 'The Veil' have?
'The Veil' is a limited series with a single season, comprising six episodes. The first two episodes will premiere on April 30, 2024, on Hulu.

What role does Elisabeth Moss play in 'The Veil'?
Elisabeth Moss stars as super spy Imogen Slater in 'The Veil.' She is on a mission fraught with danger and intrigue, with Yumnah Marwan playing her antagonist, Adilah.