Jeff Bridges and John Lithgow Face Off in High-Stakes Thriller ‘The Ancient Man’
The American hit series The Old Man is set to make its exclusive Bulgarian debut on April 14, 2026, airing on bTV Action. Based on the bestselling novel by Thomas Perry, the show delves into a world where the past is never truly buried and every secret carries a heavy price.
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The narrative centers on Dan Chase, played by Academy Award winner Jeff Bridges. A retired CIA operative, Chase has spent years living in total isolation in a small town in Vermont, accompanied only by his two Rottweilers. For years, he has remained far from the system and his own inner demons, but his solitude is shattered when a stranger infiltrates his home in a failed assassination attempt.
This violent encounter forces Chase out of his sanctuary, as he realizes he is being hunted by operatives from his own former agency. This high-tension pursuit is further complicated by the presence of Harold Harper, portrayed by John Lithgow. As a high-ranking FBI official, Harper’s fate is inextricably linked to that of Chase, setting the stage for a complex game of cat and mouse where the FBI is searching for Jeff Bridges’ character with relentless intensity.
The series will air every weekday evening at 21:00. By pairing two industry titans like Bridges and Lithgow, the show highlights the enduring appeal of the espionage genre, blending visceral action with a deep exploration of legacy and betrayal.
