Bridgerton star Phoebe Dynevor is leaving behind the Ton, with a role in M. Night Shymalan and Nicholas Sparks' new movie. The actress, 29, is reportedly in negotiations to star opposite Jake Gyllenhaal in the still-unnamed supernatural romantic thriller, which will be derived from a screenplay and novel written independently by both Shymalan and Sparks. According to Deadline, both the novel and the screenplay will be based on the same concept and set of characters, but altered to better suit their respective mediums, allowing for a unique experience across both forms.
Though plot details are being kept under wraps, the collaboration between Shyamalan, known for his mastery of suspense and plot twists, and Sparks, famous for his heartfelt and often emotional love stories, promises to create a truly captivating story. It’s anyone's guess what this hybrid of genres could look like, but given Shyamalan's penchant for shocking twists, perhaps Sparks’ signature romance will take a darker turn? Or maybe we'll see a love story imbued with a supernatural element to really elevate the emotional stakes.
For Dynevor, this role marks another exciting departure from her breakout role as Daphne Bridgerton in the hit Netflix series. Since her success as the diamond of the season (and our screens), Dynevor has continued to diversify her portfolio, starring as the ambitious financial professional Emily in Fair Play, as well as working on the upcoming thriller Beneath the Storm, which is set to hit cinemas later this year. She also recently wrapped filming on A24’s Famous, alongside Zac Efron and Nicholas Braun, solidifying her place as one of Hollywood's rising stars.
There's no word yet on when we can expect to see the project hit cinemas, but with casting only just coming to fruition, we'd guess it will be a while before the thriller really takes shape.
