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Boston Globe
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
The new Netflix ‘Pride and Prejudice' is filling out its cast
The family's patriarch will be played by Rufus Sewell, who's already well within the Netflix family thanks to his work on 'The Diplomat' opposite Keri Russell, while Jamie Demetriou ('Stath Lets Flats') will step into the supercilious shoes of Mr. Collins, Elizabeth's deeply unsuitable suitor. The other villain of the piece, the rakish Mr. Wickham, will be played by Louis Partridge, last seen in the Apple TV+ series 'Disclaimer.' And while Mrs. Gardiner may not be the biggest part in the show, those of us who loved ' Advertisement Netflix is calling the series a 'faithful, classic adaptation of the novel,' so don't expect any zombies to pop up. Filming is apparently already underway in the UK, so look forward to more dribs and drabs of news to come out in the months to come. For instance, some of us have scoured all the casting news for information about Lizzy's best friend, Charlotte Lucas, to no avail. But your devoted 'Pride and Prejudice' correspondent will remain on the case. Lisa Weidenfeld is an arts editor at the Globe. Lisa Weidenfeld can be reached at
USA Today
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Netflix's 'Pride and Prejudice' cast revealed for new adaptation: See the full list
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a streaming service must be in want of its own "Pride and Prejudice" adaptation, and a star-studded one is coming to Netflix. The streamer has announced the full cast list for a new six-part limited series based on the classic Jane Austen novel, which has started production in the U.K. Rufus Sewell ("The Diplomat") has been tapped to play Mr. Bennet, while Freya Mavor ("Industry") will play Jane Bennet, Rhea Norwood ("Heartstopper") will play Lydia Bennet and Louis Partridge ("Enola Holmes") will play Mr. Wickham. Other cast members include Jamie Demetriou ("Fleabag") as Mr. Collins, Fiona Shaw ("Andor") as Lady Catherine de Bourg, and newcomers Hollie Avery and Hopey Parish as Kitty and Mary Bennet. Emma Corrin ("The Crown") was previously announced to be starring as Elizabeth Bennet, with Jack Lowden ("Slow Horses") playing Mr. Darcy and Olivia Colman ("The Favourite") playing Mrs. Bennet. In addition to unveiling the full cast list, Netflix released a first look photo featuring Corrin, Mavor, Colman, Parish, Norwood and Avery in their roles. "Pride and Prejudice," directed by Euros Lyn ("Heartstopper") and written by author Dolly Alderton, is described as a "faithful, classic adaptation" of the original Austen novel. In addition to starring, Corrin is serving as executive producer. "Once in a generation, a group of people get to retell this wonderful story and I feel very lucky that I get to be a part of it," Alderton previously said. "Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' is the blueprint for romantic comedy — it has been a joy to delve back into its pages to find both familiar and fresh ways of bringing this beloved book to life." From Marvel to Mr. Darcy: Why actor Angourie Rice based debut novel on 'Pride & Prejudice' Originally published in 1813, the book has been adapted into numerous films and TV series over the years, including a 2005 movie starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen, as well as a 1995 limited series starring Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth. "Pride and Prejudice" is also the latest Austen novel to get the Netflix treatment. In 2022, the streamer released a film version of "Persuasion" starring Dakota Johnson, which earned largely negative reviews. 'I'm not dishy enough': Matthew Macfadyen felt 'miscast' as Mr. Darcy in 'Pride & Prejudice Who will be in Netflix's 'Pride and Prejudice'? The following stars have been set for roles in the Netflix version of "Pride and Prejudice":
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
First look of 'Pride and Prejudice' series unveiled
Netflix has released the first look of 'Pride and Prejudice'. The streaming giant also shared its supporting cast as production begins in the UK. Joining the Jane Austen adaptation are Rufus Sewell ("The Diplomat") as Mr. Bennet, Freya Mavor ("Industry") as Jane Bennet, Jamie Demetriou ("Stath Lets Flats") as Mr. Collins, Daryl McCormack ("Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery") as Mr. Bingley, Louis Partridge ("House of Guinness") as Mr. Wickham, Rhea Norwood ("Heartstopper") as Lydia Bennet, Siena Kelly ("Black Mirror") as Caroline Bingley and Fiona Shaw ("Killing Eve") as Lady Catherine de Bourg. Hopey Parish and Hollie Avery make their debuts as Mary Bennet and Kitty Bennet, respectively, as per Variety. Other new cast members include Anjana Vasan ("We Are Lady Parts"), Sebastian Armesto ("Gangs of London"), Rosie Cavaliero ("KAOS"), Saffron Coomber ("Three Little Birds and Die Zweiflers"), James Dryden ("Deadpool"), Justin Edwards ("The Thick Of It"), James Northcote ("The Last Kingdom"), Eloise Webb ("The Queen's Gambit") and Isabella Sermon ("Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom"). They join previously announced cast members Emma Corrin ("Nosferatu"), Jack Lowden ("Slow Horses") and Olivia Colman ("The Crown"), who lead "Pride and Prejudice" as Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Darcy and Mrs. Bennet, respectively. The six-part limited series promises a faithful adaptation of Austen's immortal 1813 novel from "Heartstopper" director Euros Lyn and screenwriter Dolly Alderton.
The Diplomat
a day ago
- Politics
- The Diplomat
Reviewing Thailand and Cambodia's July 2025 Border Skirmish
What led to the flare-up of the long-running dispute between the two Southeast Asian neighbors? The Diplomat's Asia Geopolitics podcast host Ankit Panda (@nktpnd) is joined by Sebastian Strangio to discuss the recent fighting between Thailand and Cambodia. Click the play button above to listen. If you're an iOS or Mac user, you can also subscribe to The Diplomat's Asia Geopolitics podcast on iTunes here; if you use Windows or Android, you can subscribe on Google Play here, or on Spotify here. If you like the podcast and have suggestions for content, please leave a review and rating on iTunes and TuneIn. You can contact the host, Ankit Panda, here.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Netflix unveils first look at new cast joining adaptation of 'best book ever written'
A first glimpse at the new period drama has been shared as production begins. Netflix has officially confirmed the remaining cast for its limited series adaptation of the classic Jane Austen novel, Pride and Prejudice. Austen's works have been adapted many times for the small screen, including an adaptation for the BBC. The series, promising to be a "faithful, classic adaptation of the novel", will see The Diplomat star Rufus Sewell as Mr Bennet, with Freya Mavor as Jane Bennet and Heartstopper alumnus Rhea Norwood as Lydia Bennet. Rounding off the Bennet sisterhood are newcomers Hollie Avery and Hopey Parish in their debut roles of Kitty and Mary. Louis Partridge will take on Mr Wickham, with Stath Lets Flats star Jamie Demetriou as the pompous Mr Collins. Last to join the cast is Killing Eve star Fiona Shaw as the fearsome Lady Catherine de Bourg, Daryl McCormack as Mr Bingley and Siena Kelly as Caroline Bingley. Pride and Prejudice, one of the most iconic novels of all time, is being adapted into a six-part limited series for the streamer. Austen's beloved works have enraptured generations for hundreds of years and her most famous and widely-read novel, Pride and Prejudice has inspired countless writers and filmmakers. Executive producer Dolly Alderton said: "Once in a generation, a group of people get to retell this wonderful story and I feel very lucky that I get to be a part of it. "Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice is the blueprint for romantic comedy – it has been a joy to delve back into its pages to find both familiar and fresh ways of bringing this beloved book to life. "With Euros Lyn directing our stellar cast, I am so excited to reintroduce these hilarious and complicated characters to those who count Pride and Prejudice as their favourite book, and those who are yet to meet their Lizzie and Mr Darcy.' Previously announced stars joining the cast are The Crown's Emma Corrin and Olivia Colman, and Slow Horses star Jack Lowden. Also joining the cast are the following: Anjana Vasan will be Mrs Gardiner Sebastian Armesto will be Mr Gardiner Rosie Cavaliero will be Lady Lucas Saffron Coomber will be Mrs Hurst James Dryden will be Mr Hurst Justin Edwards will be Sir William Lucas James Northcote will be Colonel Forster Eloise Webb will be Harriet Forster
