Actor David Oyelowo Will Soon Become President

ActorDavid Oyelowo is set to play the lead role inShowtime’s adaptation of the novelThe President Is Missing, portraying a man who becomes President.

The series which has gotten a pilot order will see Oyelowo act the part of a Vice President who unexpectedly becomes President halfway into his administration, despite not wanting the position.

The character description says he (Oyelowo’s character) finds himself in a secret, world-threatening crisis (both inside and outside the White House) and following attacks from his enemies and friends alike, he has to choose between toeing along to survive or taking a risky stubborn stand.

Gary Levine,Showtime’s President of entertainment, said of Oyelowo’s casting:

David brings such enormous depth, sensitivity, and power to every role he plays. Having him as our lead ensures that our series will have the exhilarating suspense of a political thriller along with juicy complexity of a character drama.Gary Levine - thewrap.com

The President Is Missingwas written byBill ClintonandJames Patterson and has sold more than 2.3 million copies.