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Charles Melton Begins Filming “My Darling California”

8/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Charles Melton will star in Netflix’s romantic drama “Saturn Return” slated for release next year.
He begins filming Elijah Bynum’s “My Darling California” alongside Jessica Chastain, Mikey Madison, and Chris Pine.
Melton earned his first Emmy acting nomination for “Beef” and an additional nomination as executive producer.
He is shooting Nicolas Winding Refn’s sci-fi thriller “Her Private Hell,” which he calls his toughest physical role.

History

Historical Context

In March 2011 Netflix ordered House of Cards, releasing the series on February 1 2013 and earning the first Emmy nominations for a streaming service that July. The success pushed U.S. subscribers to 13 million and created a star-driven model that today continues with Charles Melton and Jessica Chastain leading the 2024 romance Saturn Return.

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Story summary

Charles Melton will star in Netflix’s romantic drama “Saturn Return” slated for release next year.
He begins filming Elijah Bynum’s “My Darling California” alongside Jessica Chastain, Mikey Madison, and Chris Pine.
Melton earned his first Emmy acting nomination for “Beef” and an additional nomination as executive producer.
He is shooting Nicolas Winding Refn’s sci-fi thriller “Her Private Hell,” which he calls his toughest physical role.

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