Emma Corrin and Olivia Colman Star in Netflix’s New Pride and Prejudice

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This group is taking pride in their upcoming project.

Indeed, both Emma Corrin and Olivia Colman are set to take on the roles of Elizabeth Bennet and Mrs. Bennet, respectively, in the upcoming Netflix adaptation of “Pride and Prejudice”. The role of Mr. Darcy opposite Corrin will be played by none other than Jack Lowden, who is best known for his work in “Slow Horses”.

29-year-old Corrin expressed excitement when speaking to Netflix, stating, “Playing Elizabeth Bennet represents an extraordinary chance. To breathe life into such an iconic character, while working alongside Olivia and Jack, using Dolly’s outstanding scripts, feels like the highest privilege imaginable. I can hardly wait for a new audience to rediscover this story and fall in love with it once more.

A six-part television series inspired by Jane Austen’s 1813 novel is soon to be helmed by director Eros Lyn, who was previously associated with “Heartstopper.” The script for this adaptation will be penned by acclaimed British author Dolly Alderton.

Every few years, there comes a time when a select group of individuals are given the opportunity to re-tell this enchanting tale, as stated by the author of ‘Everything I Know About Love’, who is 36. I feel incredibly fortunate to be among those privileged few.

She went on to say, “Jane Austen’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ serves as the foundation for romantic comedies; it has been a pleasure to revisit its pages and uncover both familiar and innovative approaches to breathe new life into this cherished novel. This book is a delight to adapt, offering an abundance of drama, depth, humor, and charm.

The timeless tale of Jane Austen has often been depicted on screen, and one such rendition dates back to 1995. This adaptation was a British television series titled by the same name, spanning over six episodes and featuring Colin Firth in the role of Mr. Darcy.

In the year that followed, Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen assumed the renowned leading parts in the 2005 cinema rendition of the classic novel – set to return to theaters for its 20th anniversary celebration. At that moment, the freshly titled Mr. Darcy wasn’t entirely certain if he was ready for the challenge.

The Succession alum shared on CBS Mornings last July that there were instances where I had fun, but I wished I could have savored the moments more. In hindsight, I wish I hadn’t been so anxious about it all.

“I just felt a bit miscast. I’m not dishy enough,” he noted, adding, “but it worked out.”

These days, Macfadyen concedes, being called Mr. Darcy is undoubtedly one of the most complimentary things that occurs for him.

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