Nautilus: What to Expect from the Captain Nemo Origin Series & Its High-Seas Adventure

The deep-sea saga has finally surfaced—Nautilus, the long-anticipated fantasy-adventure series, just dropped its official U.S. trailer, teasing action, vengeance, and awe-inspiring visuals. AMC unveiled fresh key art alongside first glimpses of stars Anna Torv and Richard E. Grant, who appear fierce and formidable. 

This comeback tale is especially thrilling given that Nautilus was originally axed by Disney+ in 2023 before being rescued by AMC. Now, it’s all set to make waves on American screens with a bold new identity and fresh momentum.

Inspired by Jules Verne’s legendary Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, the series reimagines the origins of Captain Nemo in spectacular fashion. The new trailer gives us a tantalizing peek at the underwater odyssey—think daring escapes, mysterious sea creatures, and steely-eyed adversaries.

Curious about the cast, character arcs, and what’s really driving Nemo’s mission? We break it all down—from trailer insights to the show’s journey from cancellation to comeback. Stay tuned as we keep updating this page with new reveals, cast interviews, and more surprises that are sure to surface soon.

Release date & Where to Watch

Nautilus finally makes its long-awaited US debut this summer, landing a primetime spot on AMC. The 10-episode series kicks off with a two-part premiere on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at 9 pm ET, with new episodes dropping weekly in the same slot.

The season builds toward a climactic two-episode finale airing on Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025. Episodes will also be available to stream via AMC+, giving viewers the flexibility to dive in however they choose.

While fans in the UK have already explored the depths of this Jules Verne-inspired tale via Prime Video, U.S. audiences will now get their turn to board the Nautilus.

What is the plot of Nautilus?

Nautilus is a bold reimagining inspired by Jules Verne’s Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, diving deep into the untold origin story of the enigmatic Captain Nemo. Set as a sweeping ten-episode drama, the series stars Shazad Latif as Nemo — an Indian Prince stripped of his birthright and imprisoned by the brutal East India Mercantile Company.

Burning with a thirst for vengeance, Nemo breaks free by hijacking a powerful prototype submarine and vanishes into the sea. Accompanied by a crew of fellow outcasts, Nemo sets out to locate the legendary Viking treasure said to be hidden at the Pillars of Halvar.

But treasure is only part of the journey. Along the way, he must earn the loyalty of his misfit companions and fend off relentless pursuit by the East India Mercantile Company, determined to crush his rebellion and reclaim their stolen vessel at any cost.

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Who’s Starring in Nautilus?

• Shazad Latif (What's Love Got to Do With It?, Star Trek: Discovery) as Captain Nemo
• Georgia Flood (American Princess, Apples Never Fall) as Humility Lucas
• Thierry Fremont (Luther) as Benoit
• Céline Menville (Emily in Paris) as Loti 
• Richard E. Grant (Saltburn) as the leader of Karajaan
• Anna Torv (The Last of Us) as Revna
• Noah Taylor (A Small Light) as Captain Mogg
• Kayden Price as Blaster
• Luke Arnold as Captain Billy Millais 
• Jacob Collins-Levy as Youngblood
• Benedict Hardie as Edward Cuff

Is There a Trailer for Nautilus?

The Nautilus trailer unleashes a tense, visually rich glimpse into Captain Nemo’s origin story — and it’s clear this isn’t just another sea voyage. The footage shows Shazad Latif’s Nemo commandeering the powerful submarine that shares the series' name, diving headfirst into a high-seas battle of survival and rebellion. 

With every shot of crashing waves and mechanical gears, the trailer underscores that this journey is about more than escape — it’s about defiance. We see Nemo hunted relentlessly by the organization that built the vessel, now desperate to reclaim it. As explosions ripple across the water’s surface and tension builds beneath, the stakes are set.

The trailer teases an underdog revolution wrapped in sci-fi wonder, with an ominous voice proclaiming, “They built this to conquer — I built it to escape.” But Nemo's escape won’t come easy. Near the trailer’s end, familiar faces surface. Anna Torv appears, fierce and locked in action, while Richard E. Grant, draped in a military uniform and flanked by soldiers, smirks with menace: “This is going to be such fun.”

His line drips with villainy, promising the battle ahead won’t be short of danger — or delightfully unhinged power plays. With torpedoes, secrets, and sea monsters likely lurking below, Nautilus promises a ride as wild as the ocean itself.

Behind the Scenes

Nautilus is developed and produced by Xavier Marchand of Moonriver TV and Anand Tucker of Seven Stories. The series is written and executive produced by James Dormer, with additional executive producers Johanna Devereaux, Chris Loveall, Colleen Woodcock, and Daisy Gilbert. Cameron Welsh serves as producer, while Michael Matthews leads as director.

The project is distributed by Disney Entertainment and received production support through the Australian Government’s Location Incentive, as well as Screen Queensland’s production attraction strategy. Filming was completed before it was unexpectedly canceled by Disney+ in the summer of 2023. However, AMC acquired the U.S. and Canadian linear and streaming rights in October 2023, reviving the show’s release prospects.