Frankie Faison (The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain) is one of four leads in Ripple, an upcoming Hallmark+ drama produced by Lionsgate Canada.
Created by Michele Giannusa (The Dead Girls Detective Agency), Ripple centers on four strangers whose lives begin to intertwine in unexpected ways. Starring alongside Faison are Julia Chan (Katy Keene), Ian Harding (Our Little Secret), and Sydney Agudong (Lilo and Stitch).
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Set against the backdrop of New York City, the series follows Walter (Faison), Kris (Chan), Nate (Harding), and Aria (Agudong)—four individuals who have unknowingly crossed paths throughout their lives without ever meeting. As they navigate their own personal challenges, their actions create a ripple effect that connects them in ways they never anticipated.
The series is described as a heartwarming story about the beauty of serendipity, delivering a powerful message of resilience. “Just wait for the rainbow, some of the best things in life can’t happen without the storm,” encapsulates the show’s core theme.
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Kelly Garrett, VP of Programming at Hallmark Media, expressed excitement about the casting: “Walter, Kris, Nate, and Aria are the heart of Ripple and it was essential that we get it right in casting those roles. Frankie, Julia, Ian, and Sydney are magic as our core four. We cannot wait for them to guide viewers through this romantic look at life and humanity in New York City.”
Production is currently underway in Toronto, with the series slated to premiere on Hallmark+ in 2025. Executive producers include Giannusa, Joni Lefkowitz (New Girl, Jane the Virgin)—who also serves as showrunner—Jocelyn Hamilton (Burden of Truth), and Darren Giblin. Amanda Tapping (Supernatural) serves as supervising director and pilot director.
Faison, who continues to make waves in the industry, was recently seen in Hello Tomorrow! on Apple TV+ and The Rookie: Feds, while his film credits include Till and Lucille. Ripple promises to be yet another standout project for the veteran actor.