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While many will remember Rosamund Pike’s film debut in the James Bond movie Die Another Day, the English actress has revealed she denied an uncomfortable request during her audition. While Pike got her start in Hollywood as the Bond girl Miranda Frost in Pierce Brosnan’s final outing as the MI6 agent 007, this part opened the door to many more acclaimed roles and even an Oscar nomination for her performance in Gone Girl. From Pride and Prejudice to Saltburn, Pike's best movies showcase how exceptional her career has been since she first graced the big screen back in 2002.

In a recent interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Pike reflected on the early days of her career and offered troubling insight into the requests put forward to young actresses hoping to get their start in the industry. Even at just 21 years old, Pike was self-assured enough to tell her Die Another Day casting team,...

Exclusive: BritBox International has become something of an unlikely savior of the UK drama industry of late amid the co-pro crisis and the streamer has now swooped in for one of the BBC’s biggest upcoming series.

BritBox is co-producing and has taken rights in the U.S. and Canada on The Other Bennet Sister from The Power co-creator Sarah Quintrell and Industry producer Bad Wolf, which is based on the book by ex-BBC Two controller Janice Hadlow.

With casting close to being unveiled, the show that is set to roll cameras shortly tells the story of Mary Bennet – the seemingly unremarkable and overlooked middle sister in Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice.

Jane Tranter, who runs Bad Wolf, said “Georgian expert” Hadlow, a former BBC colleague, is “really good at looking around the edges of something in a creative and perceptive way.”

“Mary Bennet is a character who...

Following her critically acclaimed directorial debut Past Lives, filmmaker Celine Song returns with Materialists, an A24 romantic drama about love and class.

The plot

The film stars Dakota Johnson as a high-end matchmaker in New York who finds herself torn between her broke but loving ex (Chris Evans) and a wealthy, suave new suitor (Pedro Pascal).

A new trailer for the film was released on Thursday.

The backstory

Song, who wrote and directed the film, has cited classic novels such as Pride and Prejudice and Howards End as key inspirations. Like those literary works, Materialists explores the tension between romantic idealism and the social realities of wealth and marriage.

Johnson told the Associated Press that her character Lucy is at a crossroads in her life.

"She’s sort of at the top of her game in her work and is very disconnected from her heart and focused on being a...

Every performer has hit a roadblock at some point in their career. There are many popular actors who bombed auditions for iconic roles and cringed as they recalled the stories later on. Spare a thought for someone like Nicholas Hoult who read for both Batman and Superman but didn't get either gig -- he ended up as Lex Luthor, though, so don't bring out the tissues for him just yet.

As fans, it's fun to look back at these casting stories, wondering what might have been had these performers secured coveted parts. Sure, some might have rocked the roles, while others would not have been right fits at all. No shade intended, but sometimes life happens for a very good reason. It's okay, because none of the actors mentioned below saw their careers end after bad auditions. Quite the opposite, really, as they all went on to achieve success in their craft.

All You Need To Know About Netflix’s Little House On The Prairie Adaptation (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Netflix has been actively jumping on the adaptation wagon, be it their new attempts to adapt Scooby Doo into live-action or their remake of Pride and Prejudice. They dabbled with the adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender and Bridgerton, which were huge successes worldwide.

Now, they are focusing on adapting Little House on the Prairie, a classic that has been a part of many childhoods. The children’s novel series written by Laura Ingalls Wilder has been adapted more than once, but here’s what we know about Netflix’s series adaptation of the same.

Little House On The Prairie: Cast, Characters & Plot

Netflix has already cast the actors who will play the roles in the series. Alice Halsey has been cast as Laura Ingalls, the protagonist of the story. The...

Jane Austen is one of the best and most beloved (female) authors of all time. Her novels, which blended romance and drama with intelligent social satire, have become timeless classics that are beloved even today.

Among her novels, Pride and Prejudice is a very special one as it has inspired numerous authors and readers all over the world. We’ve had numerous adaptations, and Netflix is working on a new series inspired by the book right now.

In 2005, though, a theatrical adaptation by Joe Wright appeared. The movie, starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen, was a major hit at the time and it has recently been re-released in theaters.

Related: Jack Lowden Tipped for Mr. Darcy Role in Netflix’s Upcoming ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Series

When released at the time, the movie was received well by everyone. And while it lacked the period authenticity of the famous 1995 TV series, it...

Beating Netflix’s (entirely unnecessary) remake of “Pride and Prejudice,” the BBC’s spinoff “The Other Bennet Sister” and French rom-com “Jane Austen Wrecked My Life” to the proverbial punch, the 250th birthday celebrations of arguably Britain’s most cherished novelist begins with a four-part drama focusing on her elder sister.

For many literary scholars, Cassandra Austen is a villainess of Miss Norris-esque proportions. After all, her deliberate burning of her sibling’s vast personal correspondence — only 160 of her approximately 3,000 letters are still intact — largely thwarted any attempt to further understand the famously elusive author. However, “Miss Austen,” itself based on Gill Hornby’s same-named piece of historical fiction, does its best to exonerate her reputation as a cultural vandal.

The BBC original certainly comes with an impressive period drama pedigree. Director Aisling Walsh won a BAFTA for her post-war miniseries “Room at the Top,” while leading lady Keeley Hawes...

In honor of the film's 20th Anniversary, Focus Features is re-releasing Ang Lee's 2005 film Brokeback Mountain. The movie features an impressive cast, including Jake Gyllenhaal, Heath Ledger, Anne Hathaway, and Michelle Williams, in a film that chronicles the intimate and heartbreaking relationship between two cowboys sent to work on the titular Brokeback Mountain. Taking place during the summer of 1963, Ang Lee's film was considered a bold film at the time of its release, and helped push the boundaries for queer narratives in film and television.

Brokeback Mountain's premise centers on Ennis Del Mar (Ledger) and Jack Twist (Gyllenhaal), with the two actors delivering awe-inspiring performances that set the tone for the film. Premiering at the Venice Film Festival in 2005, Brokeback Mountain was one of the few films that year to dominate awards buzz and conversations. Now, movie fans can either revisit the modern classic or experience it for...

Jane Austen adaptations are nothing new, and with 2025 being the 250th Anniversary of her birth, they have never been more relevant. Thankfully, the year also marks two decades since the theatrical debut of Joe Wright's Pride & Prejudice, sending the movie back into theaters and putting eyes back on Austen's timeless romance tale. Now, thanks to this re-release, Pride & Prejudice's box office haul has hit a brand-new milestone, 20 years on from its first. Officially, Pride & Prejudice has now surpassed the $130 million mark, split between a $42 million domestic total and $88 million in overseas markets.

Pride & Prejudice has surpassed this milestone thanks to a consistent performance in domestic theaters following its initial re-release opening weekend, in which it earned over $2.8 million and finished eighth in the top ten earners. On Monday, April 21, and Tuesday, April 22, Pride & Prejudice earned just shy of $1 million in total, taking...

Netflix is bringing another classic novel adaptation to the screen. Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence, which was previously filmed by Martin Scorsese in 1993, is being adapted into a miniseries at the streamer. The news comes on the heels, coincidentally, of Miramax announcing plans to produce a series adaptation of Gangs of New York, another Scorsese film that, like The Age of Innocence, also starred Daniel Day-Lewis.

Netflix has tapped British screenwriter Emma Frost, a veteran of Shameless, The Spanish Princess, and The Man in the High Castle, to showrun the series. Frost is not to be confused with the Marvel Comics character of the same name, although she did write for The White Queen. It will attempt to stay true to the novel's original themes, while also bringing the novel to a new, younger audience. The series is the latest in Netflix's attempts to mine the literary canon for content.

It looks like our box office predictions for the weekend ended up coming true after all. In a surprise reversal, Sinners, which looked like it was going to have to settle for a second-place debut at the Easter box office, rallied thanks to performing stronger-than-expected on Saturday evening. As it stands, Ryan Coogler’s vampire pic will dominate the weekend box office, with a $45.6 million gross compared to A Minecraft Movie’s still potent $41 million (in its third weekend). Boasting an amazing A CinemaScore rating, word of mouth may well propel Sinners to a stateside finish north of $100 million. Notably, this is the first time a horror film has ever gotten such a strong rating, with only movies like A Quiet Place 1 & 2 managing anything north of a B in the last decade. However, it will likely be up to foreign gross to see if the film ultimately turns a profit...

Easter Sunday Am Writethru after Saturday Night post: It’s a win for original movies as Warner Bros’ Sinners has taken the lead at the Easter weekend box office with $45.6M per Warners over the studio’s A Minecraft Movie which is landing in second with $41.3M. Since 2000, this weekend reps the eighth time that Warner Bros has led the Easter weekend box office with an event title after 2010’s Clash of the Titans, 2016’s Batman v. Superman, 2018’s Ready Player One, 2019’s The Curse of La Llorona, 2021’s Godzilla v. Kong, 2022’s Fantastic Beasts 3, last year’s Godzilla x Kong and now Sinners. Let the record show that Warner Bros with both titles contributed 64% of the entire weekend’s box office. Among all Easter weekend openings, Sinners ranks 9th.

This comes after a better-than-expected Saturday of $16.5M for the Ryan Coogler directed, Michael B. Jordan starring vampire pic, down...

While Ryan Coogler’s Sinners is on the receiving end of great reviews (including our own) and word-of-mouth, it looks like our prediction that the film would over-index this weekend and beat A Minecraft Movie to take the top spot over Easter Weekend isn’t coming true. According to Deadline, Sinners is on track to gross $40 million, compared to A Minecraft Movie’s $45 million. It’s a rare double whammy for Warner Bros, who own the top spots this holiday weekend. That’s a huge turnaround given how dire their box office situation was just a month ago. Given that Sinners cost in the $100 million range, that’s a very decent start for a movie that should hopefully leg out to consistent business in the weeks ahead. However, it can’t be denied that with the rapturous critical reception, the opening might be a little underwhelming.

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In the 2005 film adaptation of “Pride and Prejudice,” the central love story between Elizabeth and Darcy is set in motion during a ball. It’s a rowdy, exuberant scene full of carefree dancing and whispered observations about the other attendees.

That’s also director Joe Wright’s favorite scene. Not too long ago, Wright rewatched his debut feature, which Focus Features is bringing back to theaters this weekend in recognition of the film’s 20th anniversary. “The first ball, the community dance, I’m very proud of that scene. It has a kind of energy and a vitality and a messiness and joy,” Wright tells Variety.

In the scene, Elizabeth (Keira Knightley) first spots Mr. Darcy (Matthew Macfadyen) — “the person with the quizzical brow” —and then overhears him insulting her appearance. It’s also where viewers are introduced to Elizabeth as a young woman with sharp wit, who has a...

“Queer theory takes the joy out of being gay!” blurts Bowen Yang’s character Chris in one of several laugh-out-loud yet emotional moments in “The Wedding Banquet,” Korean American filmmaker Andrew Ahn’s fourth feature in just nine years. It’s a “reimagining” rather than a remake of Ang Lee’s beloved 1993 Asian American rom-com classic of the same name.

Chris, who has put his PhD on hold, passes his days as a birder. When his amiable, handsome Korean Mfa art student boyfriend Min (Han Gi-Chan) — in dire need of a green card to avoid being shuttled back to Korea and take rein of a chaebol managed by his astute grandmother played by Yuh-Jung Youn — proposes, Chris, though quite in love with Min, is petrified of committing. How can he, if he can’t commit to even a PhD? As his cousin (Bobo Le) sharply observes, Chris is merely interested...

Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice is a classic that has resonated with endless hearts since its inception in 1813. This timeless tale explores themes of love, wit, and society’s restrictions, enchanting readers with iconic moments. The 2005 film adaptation, directed by Joe Wright, beautifully brought this classic Regency romance to life.

With lush visuals and swoon-worthy chemistry between Keira Knightley’s Elizabeth Bennet and Matthew Macfadyen’s Darcy, the moments linger long after the credits roll. Among these is a fleeting, unspoken gesture that has become a cinematic legend: Darcy’s hand flex, a pulse-quickening beat of restrained passion that has sparked memes, fan fervor, and endless rewatches.

Pride & Prejudice director Joe Wright on the famous “Hand Flex” moment Pride & Prejudice “Hnad Flex’ scene/ Credits: Universal Pictures

As a fan, who could forget the heart-melting moment when Mr. Darcy bids farewell to Elizabeth in a classic romantic style? One...

Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch are married folks from hell in “The Roses.” The feature is a remake of 1989 film “The War of the Roses,” which starred “Romancing the Stone” alums Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner, with Danny DeVito directing. “The Roses” now is written by “The Favourite” and “Poor Things” screenwriter Tony McNamara, a reunion for “The Favourite” Academy Award winner Colman.

The official synopsis reads: “Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy (Colman) and Theo (Cumberbatch): successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the façade of their supposed ideal life, a storm is brewing – as Theo’s career nosedives while Ivy’s own ambitions take off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites. ‘The Roses’ is a reimagining of the 1989 classic film The War of the Roses, based on the novel by Warren Adler.”

Jay Roach directs and produces, along with fellow producers Michelle Graham,...

Sam Neill has been set to star in Legendary’s next venture into the monsterverse in ‘Godzilla x Kong’ follow-up.

Plot details are being kept under lock and key however, it is said the story will feature “several new human characters alongside the beloved and iconic Titans Godzilla and Kong as they face off against a cataclysmic world-ending threat.”

‘Booksmart’s’ Kaitlyn Dever will lead the cast which also sees the return of Dan Stevens, who played laid-back monster veterinarian and dentist Trapper in ‘Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.’ O’Connell is taking on the role of Dever’s brother. Jack O’Connell, Delroy Lindo, Matthew Modine and Alycia Debnam-Carey are also set to star.

Also in news – Emma Corrin & Olivia Colman set for Netflix ‘Pride and Prejudice’ series

Grant Sputore (I Am Mother) is directing the creature feature from a script penned by Dave Callaham.

Having launched with ‘Godzilla’ in...

Vin Diesel is undeniably known for his role as Dominic "Dom" Toretto in the Fast and Furious franchise, but he has flirted with many other franchises, including XXX, The Chronicles of Riddick, and even the MCU. One of his recent projects that should've kicked off a new franchise is becoming a new hit on streaming.

In 2020, Diesel starred in Bloodshot, the adaptation of the Valiant Comics character of the same name. The movie was expected to start a shared cinematic universe, but its poor reviews and reception made Sony Pictures rethink the plans. However, five years after its release, Bloodshot found redemption on streaming, per Tudum.

Bloodshot was released internationally on Netflix on Apr. 1, and it didn't take long for it to become a hit. For the week between Apr. 7 and 13, Bloodshot premiered in sixth place on the global charts. Bloodshot received 3.1 million views in the last week, entering the Top 10 in 34 countries,...

Following yesterday’s news that Jack Lowden has been set to play Mr Darcy in Netflix’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ series, it has been announced that Emma Corrin and Olivia Colman have been added to the cast.

Emma Corrin will star as Elizabeth Bennet with Colman taking on the role of Mrs Bennet.

The series will be a faithful, classic adaptation of the novel, written by Dolly Alderton (Everything I Know About Love) and directed by Euros Lyn (Heartstopper), going into production in the UK in 2025.

Also in news – Jack Lowden in talks to play Mr Darcy in ‘Pride and Prejudice’ series

Star and Executive Producer Emma Corrin says: “Playing Elizabeth Bennet is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. To be able to bring this iconic character to life, alongside Olivia and Jack, with Dolly’s phenomenal scripts, is truly the greatest honour. I can’t wait for a new generation to fall...

Pride and Prejudice remains one of the most enduring and impactful works of Jane Austen, whose bibliography has spawned a myriad of adaptations in movies, television shows, and plays. Just this single book alone has spawned at least 16 different iterations of the story in movies and shows, and now Netflix is developing another one with an impressive creative team. A press release from the Netflix Tudum blog post revealed that Pride and Prejudice would be brought to the small screen through a new six-part series adaptation. A cast and creative team were also revealed, with one star from the Apple TV+ series Slow Horses among the names.

Jack Lowden, who is most well-known for his role as River Cartwright in Slow Horses, was announced to be playing one half of the iconic couple, Mr. Darcy, in the adaptation, along with Emma Corrin as Elizabeth Bennet. Corrin recently made waves as...

Does the world need another “Pride And Prejudice” adaptation? Perhaps not, but the castings for Netflix‘s upcoming six-part limited series based on Jane Austen‘s novel should make it fresh enough. Deadline reports that Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, and Olivia Colman will star in the series, which plans to shoot in the UK later this year. Corrin plays Elizabeth Bennett, Lowden Mr.

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For years, Pride and Prejudice has been the pinnacle of total yearning and romance and continues to remain one of Jane Austen’s most popular and iconic novels. The 2005 film starring Keira Knightly and Matthew Macfadyen as the beloved pairing of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy only elevated the stature and appreciation of the story for romance watchers.

Now, all these decades later, Netflix is adapting the hit novel into a limited series adaptation with the hope of reimagining the love story and hooking viewers. Here’s everything we know about the upcoming series, including who has been cast as leads and what to expect from it.

What Do We Know About Pride & Prejudice Series Adaptation?

Dolly Alderton and Euros Lyn are partnering to bring Pride and Prejudice to Netflix as a six-part limited series. For...

Meet the new Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy for the upcoming Pride & Prejudice series!

The works of Jane Austen have been fodder for movie and TV producers for decades. Every generation has grown up on her groundbreaking stories of strong female characters, lush romance and the inspiration for countless period TV shows.

Netflix is now getting into this with a six-episode new limited series based on Austen’s masterpiece Pride & Prejudice. The project has been teased for a while, but now Deadline has reported on the casting of the key leads, and it’s amazing!

Per Deadline, Emma Corrin, last seen in the acclaimed Nosferatu, will play Elizabeth Bennett, the heroine of the tale. Jack Lowden, known for his turn in the Apple TV+ spy show Slow Horses, will play her romantic foil Mr. Darcy.

Not only that, but Academy Award winner Olivia Colman returns to TV to play Mrs.

Jane Austen’s novels have captivated readers for more than two centuries, but Pride and Prejudice endures as the most widely read, remaining ever-relevant and entertaining in the zeitgeist. With its incisive social commentary and indelible love story, it’s not only inspired multiple adaptions, but has defined the romance genre.

Now, best-selling author Dolly Alderton and director Euros Lyn (Heartstopper) are set to bring Pride and Prejudice to the screen once again, ina brand-new six-part limited series. The adaptation will hew closely to the original text, reuniting existing fans with the timeless novel, while also introducing a new generation to Austen.

“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, who won the National Book Award for her debut Everything I Know About Love in 2018, told Netflix. “Jane Austen...

‘Slow Horses’ star Jack Lowden is currently in talks to play Mr Darcy in the Netflix series adaptation of ‘Pride and Prejudice.’

Mr Darcy is one of Jane Austen’s most iconic characters, the famously aloof romantic hero whose tumultuous relationship with Elizabeth Bennet is at the centre of Austen’s 1813 novel.

Whilst further casting details have yet to be disclosed, there have been rumours that Daisy Edgar-Jones had been tapped to play Elizabeth Bennet.

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The series is to be penned by ‘Everything I Know About Love’ author Dolly Alderton.

Lowden is best known for starring opposite Gary Oldman in the Apple TV+ spy series ‘Slow Horses’ for which he’s earned Emmy, Golden Globes and BAFTA TV nominations. Lowden has also appeared in period drama ‘War and Peace’ on the small screen, and features including ‘Dunkirk,...

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Live from London, it's Saturday Night

A U.K. version of Saturday Night Live will premiere on British TV network Sky Max next year, NBC and Sky announced. It will film in London and will feature the same format as the American version, with a celebrity guest host, a musical guest, and sketches featuring the ensemble cast. The cast has not been set yet. Lorne Michaels will executive-produce. It follows several other international SNL editions, including Germany, Spain, Italy, China, Japan, South Korea, and Egypt.

Netflix's Pride and Prejudice casts Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, Olivia Colman

Netflix's upcoming limited series adaptation of Jane Austen's beloved romance novel Pride and Prejudice has confirmed its lead cast. Emmy nominee Emma Corrin (The Crown) will play Elizabeth Bennet, Emmy nominee Jack Lowden (Slow Horses) will play Mr. Darcy, and Academy Award winner Olivia Colman (The Favourite) will play Mrs.

Step aside, “Bridgerton”: Netflix is returning to the classics. Jane Austen’s iconic novel “Pride and Prejudice” will be adapted into a Netflix limited series, with Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, and Olivia Colman starring.

Corrin will play Elizabeth Bennet and also executive produce, with “Slow Horses” actor Lowden cast as Mr. Darcy. Colman, who already is a Netflix staple with “Heartstopper,” will be Mrs. Bennet. The six-part series will be a “faithful, classic adaptation” of the novel, with author Dolly Alderton (“Everything I Know About Love”) writing the script. “Heartstopper” helmer Euros Lyn will direct. “Pride and Prejudice” will be going into production in the UK in 2025.

“We are delighted to be sharing this beloved British classic with our global audience,” Netflix’s Mona Qureshi said in a press statement. “‘Pride and Prejudice’ is the ultimate romantic comedy. Dolly’s fierce intelligence and enormous heart, twinned with her genuine...

Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden and Olivia Colman have bewitched the Netflix casting directors, body and soul.

The trio is set to lead the streamer’s forthcoming Pride and Prejudice adaptation, a six-part limited-series take on Jane Austen’s beloved novel, TVLine has confirmed.

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Corrin and Colman, who previously collaborated on Netflix’s The Crown, will respectively play Elizabeth Bennet and Mrs.

Jack Lowden, Emma Corrin and Olivia Colman are set to star in Netflix’s “Pride & Prejudice.”

Based on the Jane Austen novel, the six-part limited series written by Dolly Alderton (“Everything I Know About Love”) and directed by Euros Lyn (“Heartstopper”) will see Lowden as Mr. Darcy, while Corrin will portray Elizabeth Bennet and Colman will play Mrs. Bennet.

Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, Olivia Colman will star in a new Pride and Prejudice adaptation — a six-part limited series written by Dolly Alderton. pic.twitter.com/rVfqFc5nSM

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“‘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...

Netflix is adding another adaptation of classic literature to its series roster.

The streamer has greenlit a six-episode limited series based on Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden and Olivia Colman are set to play lead roles in the series, which comes from writer Dolly Alderton (the BBC’s Everything I Know About Love) and director Euros Lyn (Heartstopper). BBC Studios’ Lookout Point is producing the series, which is set to begin filming later this year in the U.K.

Corrin (The Crown, Nosferatu) will play Elizabeth Bennet, the intelligent and unconventional second daughter of the Bennet family. Lowden (Slow Horses) plays Mr. Darcy, the wealthy, gruff member of the gentry whose romance with Elizabeth fuels the story. Oscar and Emmy winner Colman (The Favourite, The Crown) plays Mrs. Bennet, Elizabeth’s mother.

‘Once in a generation, a group of people get to retell this wonderful...

Netflix’s “Pride and Prejudice” series has found its Elizabeth Bennet and Mrs. Bennet in Emma Corrin and Olivia Colman, respectively.

They join “Slow Horses” star Jack Lowden who has been cast as Mr. Darcy, as Variety exclusively reported on Wednesday.

The six-part limited series will be a faithful adaptation of Jane Austen’s iconic novel penned by “Everything I Know About Love” author Dolly Alderton and directed by “Heartstopper’s” Euros Lyn. It will go into production in the U.K. this year.

“Dolly will bring to life Jane Austen’s iconic story for audiences that cherish it, whilst inspiring a new generation to fall in love with Austen for the first time,” a press release reads.

“The Crown” star Emma Corrin will make their debut as an executive producer on the project alongside Alderton and Lyn, as well as Laura Lankester, Will Johnston and Louise Mutter for Lookout Point.

Netflix is adapting Jane Austen's classic novel Pride and Prejudice, and they've already assembled an all-star cast for the oft-adapted work. Yesterday, Jack Lowden (Slow Horses) was rumored to be in talks to play Mr. Darcy, and we now know that Emma Corrin (Nosferatu) will join him as female lead Elizabeth Bennet, and Olivia Colman (The Favourite) will play Mrs. Bennet. Deadline reports that the production will be a six-episode miniseries, and will film in the UK later this year.

The series will be written by Dolly Alderton (Everything I Know About Love) and directed by Euros Lyn (Heartstopper). Says Alderton, "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...

The cast of Pride & Prejudice, Netflix’s limited series based on the beloved 1800s Jane Austen novel, has been set!

The Crown‘s Emma Corrin will take on the role of Elizabeth Bennet, Slow Horses‘ Jack Lowden will play Mr. Darcy, and Oscar winner Olivia Colman will portray Mrs. Bennet.

Production on the six-episode limited series will take place later this year in the UK, and will be directed by Euros Lyn. Dolly Alderton is writing the scripts. Jack‘s casting was rumored just yesterday, and now it looks to be confirmed!

Keep reading to find out more…

Emma said of the role (via Deadline), “Playing Elizabeth Bennet is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. To be able to bring this iconic character to life, alongside Olivia and Jack, with Dolly’s phenomenal scripts, is truly the greatest honour. I can’t wait for a new generation to fall in love with this story all over again.

Exclusive: Netflix has set a new 6-part limited series based on the Jane Austen novel Pride and Prejudice with Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, and Olivia Colman to take on the beloved literary characters of Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Darcy and Mrs. Bennet, respectively. Production will take place in the U.K. later this year.

The streamer’s Pride and Prejudice is written by Dolly Alderton (Everything I Know About Love) and directed by Euros Lyn (Heartstopper), who also executive produces with Corrin, making their EP debut, Laura Lankester, Will Johnston and Louise Mutter for Lookout Point. Lisa Osborne produces.

Sources close to production reveal that casting is underway for the perfect flowy white button-down shirt that looks great both wet and dry.

Austen’s second novel follows Elizabeth Bennet, an unmarried woman and the second of five daughters of Mr. and Mrs.

Devil May Cry is one of the most popular video game series of all time. The original game appeared in 2001 and since then, numerous installments have been released, with Dante, the franchise’s protagonist, becoming one of the best-known video game characters of all time.

The series has also received numerous adaptations, including an older anime series, and a new, animated series that was released by Netflix earlier this month.

The new animated series, titled Devil May Cry, has eight episodes as of the time of writing, but fans can rejoice, as it has been confirmed that the series will return with a second season at a later date.

Related: Jack Lowden Tipped for Mr. Darcy Role in Netflix’s Upcoming ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Series

This animated series was created by Adi Shankar, who has experience with such projects and the genre itself. And while some of you might have...

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National Recording Registry adds Amy Winehouse, Elton John, Tracy Chapman, Hamilton, and more

The National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress has selected 25 new recordings for preservation, including albums by Miles Davis, Elton John, Tracy Chapman, and Mary J. Blige, plus Brian Eno's Windows 95 startup chime, the Minecraft video game score, and the original cast recording of Hamilton. Here's the full list:

“Aloha ‘Oe” — Hawaiian Quintette (1913) (single) “Sweet Georgia Brown” — Brother Bones & His Shadows (1949) (single) “Happy Trails” — Roy Rogers and Dale Evans (1952) (single) Radio Broadcast of Game 7 of the 1960 World Series — Chuck Thompson (1960) Harry Urata Field Recordings (1960-1980) Hello Dummy! — Don Rickles (1968) (album) Chicago Transit Authority — Chicago (1969) (album) Bitches Brew — Miles Davis (1970) (album) “Kiss an Angel Good Mornin’” — Charley Pride (1971) (single) “I Am Woman” — Helen Reddy (1972) (single) “El Rey” — Vicente Fernandez (1973) (single) Goodbye Yellow Brick Road — Elton John (1973) (album) “Before the...

Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice has been adapted for the small or big screen seemingly thousands of times. It is an easy crowd-pleaser, but the cast has to be just right. Of course, many actors have played Mr. Darcy, but few have been as iconic as Colin Firth's turn in 1995, for instance.

This is what Netflix needs to get correct when it releases its adaptation of Pride and Prejudice at some point in the future. The project is currently in pre-production, and none of the cast has officially been announced. According to Variety, though, a familiar face, especially if you like Apple TV's Slow Horses, could be taking on the role of Darcy.

Jack Lowden, who plays River Cartwright on the fabulous Apple TV series, is rumored to be in talks with producers about coming to do some work for Netflix. Does Lowden have the charisma needed to play the aloof,...

Jane Austen’s romantic drama Pride and Prejudice is a timeless tale. Each generation has their own version of Elizabeth Bennet and Mark Darcy defining love and longing for them. Last year, Netflix announced its own adaptation of the classic novel and fans have been waiting patiently till now for another update. It seems like the series has found its Mr. Darcy as reports suggest Slow Horses star Jack Lowden is in talks for the iconic role.

Pride and Prejudice seamlessly blends class distinction with romance. The age-old story still resonates with fans and more book lovers discover the novel, keeping it on best-of lists. So, Everything I Know About Love scribe Dolly Alderton, who has penned the script for the upcoming series has a mighty task to adapt the story for a new generation. As for Lowden, who has credits like War and Peace on the small screen, and films including Dunkirk,...

Netflix’s upcoming adaptation of Pride and Prejudice may have found its Mr. Darcy. According to Variety, actor Jack Lowden is in talks to play the iconic romantic hero, Mr. Darcy, a character known for his complex relationship with Elizabeth Bennet in Jane Austen’s classic novel.

While Netflix hasn’t officially confirmed the casting, Lowden’s involvement has sparked excitement. The actor is best known for his role in the Apple TV+ series Slow Horses, where he earned Emmy, Golden Globe, and BAFTA nominations. Lowden has also appeared in films like Dunkirk, Mary Queen of Scots, and Benediction.

The series adaptation, first announced last year, is being written by Dolly Alderton, the author of Everything I Know About Love. Although the role of Elizabeth Bennet hasn’t been officially confirmed, there were early reports suggesting Daisy Edgar-Jones might be cast in the role.

If the casting of Lowden as Mr.

Slow Horses star Jack Lowden is reportedly being eyed as the next Mr. Darcy in Netflix’s Pride and Prejudice series!

The role is an iconic one: the romantic lead opposite the famed Elizabeth Bennet from Jane Austen‘s 1813 novel. Mr. Darcy has been portrayed by some famous faces in the past including Colin Firth, and Matthew Macfadyen, who played opposite Kiera Knightley‘s Elizabeth Bennet.

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No official casting has been announced from Netflix yet, Variety reports. No word on who might play Elizabeth either, though there were some rumblings it could be Daisy Edgar-Jones. Stay tuned as we learn more, and we’ll update as more updates are confirmed!

If you don’t know, Jack has a very famous, Oscar nominated wife!

Netflix’s upcoming “Pride and Prejudice” series adaptation may well have found its Mr. Darcy.

Variety hears that Jack Lowden is currently in talks to the play the famously aloof romantic hero, one of the literary world’s most iconic characters whose tumultuous relationship with Elizabeth Bennet is at the core of Jane Austen’s 1813 novel. Netflix wouldn’t comment on the casting news.

First unveiled last year, Netflix’s “Pride and Prejudice” series is being penned by “Everything I Know About Love” author Dolly Alderton. No casting has been formally announced, although there were early and unconfirmed rumors in the British press that Daisy Edgar-Jones had been tapped to play Elizabeth Bennet.

Best known for his lead role in the Apple TV+ spy series “Slow Horses” — for which he’s earned Emmy, Golden Globes and BAFTA TV nominations — Lowden has also appeared in period drama “War and Peace” on the small screen,...

Apple TV+'s hit series Severance is dominating the streaming charts. But before that, there was a dark comedy horror film of the same name that many may have overlooked.

Released in 2006 by Magnolia Pictures,Severance (the movie) is currently available on the Max streaming service. The story follows a group of Canadian and British co-workers who travel to a remote forest in Hungary for a team-building exercise. After a fallen tree blocks their route, and the bus driver doesn't want to go down a dirt road through the woods, the team must walk to the lodge while there's a killer loose in the woods.

The film stars Danny Dyer (EastEnders), Laura Harris (The Faculty), andTim McInnerny (Game of Thrones). Severance also features Andy Nyman (Wicked), Claudia Blakley (Pride and Prejudice), and Tony Stephens (Batman: Caped Crusader).The movie grossed $5.9 million worldwide upon its release against a budget of $10 million,...

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Elon Musk has taken a lot of heat for his business and political decisions (from buying Twitter to supporting President Donald Trump to performing a Nazi-like salute at the inauguration), but his love life has also led to much interest.

Before he was cozying up to Trump, Elon was cozying up to alternative singer Grimes. The former couple have three children, and their relationship has had quite a few twists and turns, but they seem to be done for good.

Elon’s three marriages and other relationships have made headlines. Musk also has a large brood of children, and he’s been open about why he’s decided to father many kids.

Elon Musk and Grimes arrive for the 2018 Met Gala on May 7, 2018, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. (Angela Weiss/Afp via Getty Images)

As the SpaceX CEO continues to stir up controversy...

I have to disagree with Greek storyteller Aesop in his warning that it is possible to have too much of a good thing as someone who’s revelled in covering Sam Baron’s trilogy of Amit Shah tragicomedies. These were all written and directed by Baron so I was most intrigued to see what he would do when realising comedy veterans Harry Kershaw and Chris Leask’s script Office Royale. Think Battle Royale but within the walls of Peep Show with pangs of romance and it’s still funnier than you’re imagining. Working with an assembly of brilliant British actors and a trusted crew Baron doesn’t disappoint and brings this acerbic, biting script to life. As it premieres today on Dn, we chat about the daunting prospect of having so many characters to track at the same time, how he created a rough and ready aesthetic for the camerawork,...

What would movies be about if not for love? Since well before the days of Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman in “Casablanca,” romance has driven countless classic stories, setting up some of the highest highs in cinematic history to follow. Be it Cary Grant and Grace Kelly seeing stars in “To Catch a Thief” or Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal disturbing diner patrons in “When Harry Met Sally,” the 20th century was chock full of iconic romances that helped humanity fall in love with the movies. Of course, those titles were dominated by white artists telling largely heteronormative tales — meaning many (but not all) of the best and most inclusive romances have arrived this millennium.

Now, the best romance movies of the 21st century both resonate and surprise, showing audiences characters they might recognize from their own lives in new and surprising ways. Yes, finding “the one” is exceedingly well-frequented thematic territory,...

Persuasion (2022) has long been considered Jane Austen’s most mature and sad work. Its themes include regret, desire, and the prospect of second chances. Unlike Pride and Prejudice’s vibrant conversation and Emma’s humorous matchmaking, “Persuasion” is quiet and thoughtful. It follows Anne Elliot, a young lady persuaded to reject the guy she loves. Years later, when circumstances bring them back together, Anne must manage the difficult task of regaining what was lost.

This is a tale about time and the changes it brings—how it reshapes individuals, affects perspectives, and, if fate permits, gives another chance to fix what has been shattered. Anne Elliot and Captain Frederick Wentworth’s love is neither youthful, spontaneous, nor characterized by great romantic gestures. It is a love that has lasted through heartache, quiet, and the passage of time. It’s a narrative about patience, endurance, and the quiet power that comes...

A TV series based on the works of John le Carré with Matthew Macfadyen attached to star is heating up the marketplace.

Variety has learned that the drama “Legacy of Spies” is currently in the works from producer The Ink Factory and with Fifth Season onboard to distribute. Macfadyen would star as George Smiley, a central character in a number of le Carré’s novels. Stephen Cornwell and Clarissa Ingram have written the initial scripts for the potential series, with Graham Yost onboard as an executive producer.

The project is described as an amalgamation of a number of le Carré’s novels, including “The Spy Who Came In From The Cold,” “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,” and “The Honorable Schoolboy,” as well as others and some unpublished work.

According to an individual with knowledge of the project, it has already been pitched to buyers both in the U.S. and U.

Emmy winner Matthew Macfadyen (Succession) is attached to star as George Smiley in Legacy Of Spies, a TV series project based on John le Carré’s series of novels featuring the career intelligence officer character.

The Ink Factory, which owns the rights to le Carré’s work, is producing and Fifth Season is distributing the drama, which has been shopped on both sides of the Atlantic, drawing interest from potential buyers, sources said.

The pitch comes with multiple scripts written by Ink Factory co-founder Stephen Cornwell and Clarissa Ingram. Silo creator Graham Yost is executive producing the potential series, based on le Carré’s series of novels featuring the character George Smiley, The Spy Who Came In From The Cold, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, The Honorable Schoolboy and several others, as well as some unpublished materials.

Macfadyen follows a long line of actors who have previously portrayed the character on-screen...

The fourth and, supposedly final, entry in the Bridget Jones franchise, Mad About the Boy, now streaming on Peacock, is stuffed full of Easter eggs and callbacks to past movies in the Renée Zellweger-starring rom-com series.

From the blue cocktails Bridget enjoys with her friends after yet another painful dinner with many smug married couples to her red-and-white penguin pajamas, sheer top and short skirt and a memorable sweater, the fourth film features numerous reminders of Bridget’s past.

Director Michael Morris says the Easter eggs are an intentional form of fan service.

“There are more probably than you would ever see in the first run through,” the director told The Hollywood Reporter at the Mad About the Boy New York premiere last month. “You could say Easter eggs are fan service. What’s wrong with fan service? Those are people who have been with the franchise for 25 years.