It's been three years since the TV adaption of Dolly Alderton's bestselling book Everything I Know About Love was released. And now, she is treating us to a brand new adaption of Pride and Prejudice.
Yep, that's right. Jane Austen's notorious love story is getting a millennial spin. Dolly is producing the show alongside director Euros Lyn, who was the brains behind teen romance Heartstopper, with production for the show officially underway. And this couldn't be more timely. The book celebrates the 250th anniversary of the author’s birthday, and its popularity is only increasing among a new generation of Austen fans.
In a first glimpse of the show, Netflix has revealed a photograph and also the supporting cast members. '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 said in a statement. '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.'
Who is in the cast of Dolly Alderton's Pride and Prejudice?
Emma Corrin as Elizabeth Bennet
Emma Corrin, who recently appeared on our screens in Nosferatu, takes on the role of Elizabeth Bennet, the protagonist and second daughter of the Bennet family. She gets swept off her feet by Mr Darcy.
Jack Lowden as Mr Darcy
Jack Lowden is a Scottish Actor who you will probably recognise from Slow Horses. He takes on the role of the brooding Mr Darcy, the eligible but difficult bachelor.
Olivia Colman as Mrs Bennet
Acting royalty Olivia Colman is no stranger to the big screen, having appeared in Doctor Who, Skins, Rev and The Favourite. She takes on the role of Mrs Bennet, the mother of the family who is immensely preoccupied with getting her daughters married off.
Rufus Sewell as Mr Bennet
Rufus Sewell will star as the much-loved Mr Bennet. He is well known for his roles in The Diplomat, and Scoop.
Freya Mavor as Jane Bennet
Scottish actress Freya Mavor plays the eldest Bennet sister. She is best known for her roles as Mini McGuinness in the E4 teen drama Skins
Rhea Norwood as Lydia Bennet
Rhea Norwood, who will be instantly recognisable to fans of Heartstopper, plays Lydia Bennet, the youngest and wildest daughter who is her mother's favourite.
Hopey Parish as Mary Bennet
Hopey Paris stars as Mary Bennet, the third and middle child of Mr and Mrs Bennet. Hopey is relatively new on the acting scene, in the graduating class of Manchester School of Theatre.
Hollie Avery as Kitty Bennet
Like Hopey Paris, Hollie Avery will be making her on-screen debut in the role of Kitty Bennet, the fourth daughter of the family.
Jamie Demetriou as Mr Collins
English comedian, actor and screenwriter Jamie Demetriou plays Mr Collins, a clergyman who will inherit Longbourn after Mr. Bennet's death. He is known for his role as Bus Rodent in Fleabag and for creating, co-writing, and starring in Stath Lets Flats.
Daryl McCormack as Mr Bingley
Irish star Daryl McCormack plays Mr Bingley, the love interest of Jane Bennet, and the foil to Mr. Darcy. He is known for his roles in Bad Sisters, Peaky Blinders and the film Good Luck to You, Leo Grande.
Siena Kelly as Caroline Bingley
Kelly won aclaims for her role in Adult Material and Black Mirror season seven episode Bête Noire. She plays Mr Bingley’s snobbish sister Caroline.
Louis Partridge as Mr Wickham
Louis Partridge plays Mr Wickham, a soldier who at first charms Elizabeth and later seduces Lydia. Although he had minor roles in them, you might recognise Louis from the films Pan and Paddington 2.
Fiona Shaw as Lady Catherine de Bourgh
Lady Catherine de Bourgh is the fearsome widow of Sir Lewis de Bourgh as well as the mother of Miss Anne de Bourgh. Shaw is perhaps best known for playing Petunia Dursley in the Harry Potter film series, Marnie Stonebrook in True Blood, and Carolyn Martens in Killing Eve.
When will Dolly Alderton's Pride and Prejudice be released?
An official release date hasn't been confirmed yet, although we already can't wait for the show to hit our screens. Production is well underway, so we can expect a release date in late 2025 or early 2026. What better way to cure the winter blues?
Alice Hall is the Staff Writer at Grazia UK. She was previously a Junior Features Writer for The Daily Telegraph. At Grazia, she writes news and features about pop culture, dating, health, politics and interiors.