AMC Announces New Original Drama Series ‘Rubicon,’ Set To Premiere In 2010

First Published: June 24, 2009 2:56 PM EDT Credit: Getty Images

NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Caption Lili Taylor attends the 2009 Soho Rep’s Spring Gala at the Park on May 4, 2009 in New York CityAMC is saying “yes” to a third original dramatic series.

“Rubicon” is a political thriller that AMC hopes will be as well received as its dramas “Mad Men” and “Breaking Bad.”

The series focuses on an analyst at a New York-based think tank who uncovers a clue to an unfolding global conspiracy. The cast includes James Badge Dale, Miranda Richardson and Lili Taylor.

AMC says the 12-episode series will air next year.

The cable network’s much-acclaimed “Mad Men,” set in the 1960s advertising world, returns for its third season Aug. 16.

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