The seventh installment of Seth Gamble's eight-part series "Reckless," titled "What's Up With This Sudden Interest?," premiered today on Wicked.com. This penultimate episode features Kenna James and Lexington Steele in leading roles.

"Reckless" Series Overview

"Reckless" is an eight-part epic written and directed by Seth Gamble, who is the reigning AVN Male Performer of the Year and a twice-crowned XBIZ Male Performer of the Year. Gamble also takes on his inaugural lead performance in a self-penned and directed narrative project, portraying racing enthusiast and tech virtuoso Silas Knight.

The series is produced by four-time AVN Director of the Year Axel Braun. The narrative follows Silas Knight, a tech genius fresh out of prison, who aims to establish a legitimate business with his wife, Harlow, portrayed by Ivy Wolfe. However, his past connections resurface, with old acquaintances seeking involvement in his new venture. The plot intensifies when a body is discovered, and evidence points to Silas, leading to his arrest. In an effort to clear her husband's name, Harlow seeks assistance from Avena, Silas's former lover and the daughter of mobster Dino Moretti, played by Kenzie Anne and Axel Braun, respectively. The central question of the series revolves around whether Silas was framed or if he is indeed responsible for the crime.

The seventh chapter, "What's Up With This Sudden Interest?," explores the uneasy alliance between Silas Knight's former associate and rival, Brooke Michaels, portrayed by Kenna James, and the corrupt detective Matteo Bennett, embodied by Lexington Steele. Amidst these developing tensions, Silas Knight also confronts Dr. Joseph Curwen, a psychotic character reprised by Tommy Pistol. Pistol previously portrayed Dr. Curwen in Gamble's 2022 production, "Deranged."

Performances by James and Steele

Kenna James, recognized as AVN Best Actress - Featurette, portrays Brooke Michaels. Seth Gamble commented on James's performance, stating that her work demonstrates why she has become a superstar, highlighting her focus and professionalism. He also noted that her fans would be impressed by her contribution to "Reckless," particularly her acting nuances in addition to her sexual performance.

Lexington Steele, a three-time AVN Male Performer of the Year and Hall of Fame luminary, plays the role of corrupt detective Matteo Bennett. This project marks Steele's return to the industry after a three-year hiatus. Gamble also praised Steele's acting talents, describing them as a "hidden treasure." Steele expressed that it was rewarding to return to work under Seth Gamble's direction, whom he described as an insightful director. Steele also remarked that his scene with Kenna James "may be the scene of the year."

Production and Release

"What's Up With This Sudden Interest?" premiered today, August 12, 2023, exclusively on Wicked.com. The episode is the seventh in an eight-part series from Wicked Pictures. The series is described as a "wild ride through sex, power, passion and danger."

Key Facts

  • The seventh episode of Seth Gamble's "Reckless" series, titled "What's Up With This Sudden Interest?," premiered on August 12, 2023.
  • The episode features Kenna James as Brooke Michaels and Lexington Steele as Matteo Bennett.
  • Seth Gamble wrote, directed, and stars in "Reckless" as Silas Knight.
  • Axel Braun produced the series and also portrays mobster Dino Moretti.
  • Lexington Steele's role in "Reckless" marks his return to the industry after a three-year hiatus.
  • Tommy Pistol reprises his role as Dr. Joseph Curwen, a character from Gamble's earlier work, "Deranged."