Netflix’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ First Look, Full Cast Revealed
Netflix has just released a sneak peek at its upcoming limited series based on Jane Austen’s classic novel, “Pride and Prejudice.” The production has officially begun in the U.K., and the streaming service has also announced the star-studded supporting cast for the series.
Some of the notable additions to the cast include Rufus Sewell as Mr. Bennet, Freya Mavor as Jane Bennet, Jamie Demetriou as Mr. Collins, Daryl McCormack as Mr. Bingley, Louis Partridge as Mr. Wickham, Rhea Norwood as Lydia Bennet, Siena Kelly as Caroline Bingley, and Fiona Shaw as Lady Catherine de Bourg. Additionally, newcomers Hopey Parish and Hollie Avery will make their debuts as Mary Bennet and Kitty Bennet, respectively.
Joining them are Anjana Vasan, Sebastian Armesto, Rosie Cavaliero, Saffron Coomber, James Dryden, Justin Edwards, James Northcote, Eloise Webb, and Isabella Sermon, adding even more talent to the ensemble cast.
The lead roles of Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Darcy, and Mrs. Bennet will be portrayed by Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, and Olivia Colman, respectively. The six-part limited series promises a faithful adaptation of Austen’s timeless novel, with Euros Lyn directing and Dolly Alderton penning the screenplay.
Alderton expressed her excitement about being part of the project, stating, “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.”
The series is being executive produced by Corrin, Laura Lankester, Dolly Alderton, Euros Lyn, Will Johnston, and Louise Mutter for Lookout Point, with Lisa Osborne serving as producer. With such a stellar cast and creative team behind it, this new adaptation of “Pride and Prejudice” is sure to captivate audiences and breathe new life into the beloved story.
