Praise the adaptation gods: Pride and Prejudice is receiving yet another reboot (in our opinion, there can never be too many).
First penned by Jane Austen in the 19th century, the classic novel charts issues of class, inequality and, of course, love. The beloved story has received the on-screen treatment many times in recent decades, including Keira Knightly and Mathew Mcfadyen’s turn as Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy back in 2005, and the 1995 BBC miniseries which starred Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle.
Naturally, when a story is so adored, fans might feel a sense of apprehension at a new interpretation. But according to Deadline, the modern take is in more than capable hands. The outlet reported that Dolly Alderton, who penned Everything I Know About Love and Ghosts has been charged with writing the script.
If you're already dreaming of this iconic world coming to life, you've come to the right place. Read on for the latest on the Pride and Prejudice adaptation.
The first images from filming are here
If you can't wait for the series to hit screens, Deux Moi has shared some BTS images of the cast in action — including Corrin and Lowden in character as Elizabeth and Mr Darcy.
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Emma Corrin says the new series is a "comedy"
In a recent interview, Corrin revealed a little bit of what to expect about the upcoming project. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime role. Pride and Prejudice comes around once a generation, and there hasn’t been a new adaptation since 2005, which is a really long time,” they shared.
“There are themes in it that will be everlastingly relatable for everyone. It’s a comedy, it’s so fun and so funny. It’s going to be a riot, and I can’t wait to work with Olivia [Colman] and Jack [Lowden]. It’ll be brilliant.”
Jasmin Blackbarrow rounds out the cast as Charlotte Lucas
The latest casting news is that English actress Jasmin Blackbarrow has joined the project as Charlotte Lucas. For those unfamiliar with the story, Charlotte is the closest friend of Elizabeth Bennet, and delivers those famous few lines about being 27 (and headed for spinsterhood).
Who else is cast in the Pride and Prejudice adaptation?
Emma Corrin has taken on the leading lady role of Elizabeth Bennet, while Scottish actor Jack Lowden is playing Mr Darcy.
Speaking to The Sun, a source said: "Dolly [...] thinks Emma would be perfect to play Elizabeth. The Good Material author is said to be a ‘big fan’ of Emma’s work, specifically their turn as Princess Diana in The Crown, for which the actor won a Golden Globe award."
As for Lowden, the actor is best known for his role in Apple TV+'s Slow Horses, which earned him Emmy and Golden Globes nominations, and has also appeared in Dunkirk, War and Peace, Mary Queen of Scots, and Benediction. The role of Mr Darcy will mark his first foray into the world of period romance.
Joining the pair is Olivia Coleman as Mrs Bennet, Elizabeth's overbearing mother who wants nothing more than to see her five daughters married. Sound familiar? Coleman is a master at complicated matriarch characters, having already made us cry with laughter at her portrayal of Matrigna in Fleabag. Here's hoping she brings some of that comedic touch to her latest role.
As for the other roles in this ensemble cast, we've got: Rufus Sewell, Freya Mavor, Jamie Demetriou, Daryl McCormack, Rhea Norwood, Siena Kelly, and Louis Partridge.
Also included in the final cast are:
- Anjana Vasan as Mrs. Gardiner
- Sebastian Armesto as Mr. Gardiner
- Rosie Cavaliero as Lady Lucas
- Saffron Coomber as Mrs. Hurst
- James Dryden as Mr. Hurst
- Justin Edwards as Sir William Lucas
- James Northcote as Colonel Forster
- Eloise Webb as Harriet Forster
- Isabella Sermon as Georgiana Darcy.
- Jasmine Blackbarrow as Charlotte Lucas
Photos indicate a not-too-distant release date
The six-part series has yet to confirm a release date. But with set photos already doing rounds, we're expecting an early 2026 release.
