AEW wrestler Chris Jericho is making a foray into television with a starring role in a new Apple TV series alongside Elle Fanning and Nicole Kidman. Although there have been circulating rumors about Jericho possibly returning to WWE, he has yet to appear there and is preparing for the Royal Rumble event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Jericho is confirmed to appear in the upcoming show titled Margo’s Got Money Trouble, inspired by the novel of the same name. An Elle Magazine article featured a photo showing Nicole Kidman in a wrestling ring with Jericho visible in wrestling attire behind her. The series follows the story of a 20-year-old woman, played by Elle Fanning, who becomes pregnant by her professor and embarks on a journey to support their child.
While Jericho’s name is not directly mentioned in the article, the character of Margo’s father—portrayed by Nick Offerman—is described as a “famous professional wrestler” who advises his daughter on marketing and witnesses her life decisions. Nicole Kidman appears in an initially secret role as a friend of Margo’s father, who is also a custody lawyer. The project, backed by A24 and created by David E. Kelley, is set to debut on Apple TV on April 15.
This new role marks an exciting expansion for Jericho beyond wrestling, joining a star-studded cast that includes Elle Fanning, Nicole Kidman, Nick Offerman, Greg Kinnear, and Michelle Pfeiffer.
Fan Take:
Chris Jericho’s involvement in a high-profile TV series brings mainstream attention to AEW talent, highlighting their versatility beyond wrestling. This crossover could help elevate AEW’s brand and attract new fans to the sport, potentially opening doors for further entertainment opportunities for wrestlers.
