Better Call Saul's Michael Mando Reportedly Fired From Upcoming Ridley Scott Series

The plot of "Sinking Spring," based on the book "Dope Thief" by Dennis Tafoya, kicks off when two young "delinquents" in Philadelphia hatch a scheme to rip off a secluded house by posing as DEA agents. As it happens, their crime accidentally exposes a massive narcotics trafficking organization, putting them in the crosshairs of very dangerous people.

Brian Tyree Henry, also known as Paper Boi from "Atlanta," will star, and Michael Mando was set to play Manny Cespedes, his friend and co-conspirator. Now, Wagner Moura will play the part instead, joining Henry and the rest of the cast, which includes Marin Ireland, Kate Mulgrew, Amir Arison, Ving Rhames, Dustin Nguyen, Nesta Cooper, Idris Debrand, Liz Caribel. and Will Pullen. In addition to his duties as executive producer, Ridley Scott will also be directing one episode of the series. Further details on the show, including a release date, are still to come.