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'Girls' Alum Christopher Abbott Set to Co-Star With George Clooney in 'Catch-22'

'Girls' Alum Christopher Abbott Set to Co-Star With George Clooney in 'Catch-22'

Christopher Abbott is joining the cast of Catch-22.

The 32-year-old actor, known for his role as Charlie in Girls, will co-star alongside George Clooney in the upcoming six-part limited series for Hulu, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

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Christopher will play the role of Yossarian, a man who is in constant struggle with the realities of serving in war and does what he needs to get by and stay alive. The role was originally played by Alan Arkin in the 1970 film adaptation.

George will take on the role of Col. Cathcart, who was originally played by Martin Balsam.

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