Netflix has dropped the trailer for a new historical drama exploring the infamous assassination of President James Garfield. The limited series, landing on Netflix this autumn, features a stellar cast headlined by Hollywood icon Michael Shannon.

In the newly released trailer for Death by Lightning, viewers are given their first glimpse of Shannon portraying the dying President. Meanwhile, Matthew Macfadyen, known for his roles in Succession and Pride and Prejudice, plays Charles Guiteau, the man responsible for assassinating President Garfield.

The ensemble also features Betty Gilpin from American Primeval, The Last of Us star Nick Offerman, and Downton Abbey 's Tuppence Middleton . View 3 Images READ MORE : Squid Game The Challenge season 2 trailer teases 'higher stakes

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