Netflix’s Prejudice To Star Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, Olivia Colman

Jane Austen‘s Pride and Prejudice, is one of the most iconic novels of all time. Now it’s  coming to Netflix for  an all-new 6-part limited series.

The streamer has also announced it’s leading characters. Olivia Colman (The Favourite, The Crown) will be Mrs Bennet.

Jane Austen’s beloved novels have enraptured generations for over 200 years. Her most famous and widely-read novel, Pride and Prejudice has inspired countless writers and filmmakers. Its iconic characters, sharp social commentary and timeless love story, continue to delight audiences the world over

The series will be a faithful, classic adaptation of the novel, written by Dolly Alderton (Everything I Know About Love) and directed by Euros Lyn (Heartstopper).

Writer and Executive Producer Dolly Alderton says: “‘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. 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. With Euros Lyn directing our stellar cast, I am so excited to reintroduce these hilarious and complicated characters to those who count Pride and Prejudice as their favourite book, and those who are yet to meet their Lizzie and Mr Darcy.”

Star and Executive Producer Emma Corrin says: “Playing Elizabeth Bennet is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. To be able to bring this iconic character to life, alongside Olivia and Jack, with Dolly’s phenomenal scripts, is truly the greatest honour. I can’t wait for a new generation to fall in love with this story all over again.”

Netflix’s Mona Qureshi also commented: “We are delighted to be sharing this beloved British classic with our global audience. Pride and Prejudice is the ultimate romantic comedy. Dolly’s fierce intelligence and enormous heart, twinned with her genuine love of the Austen novel means she is able to bring new insights, whilst celebrating all that the generations of fans hold so dear. The calibre of a cast led by Emma, Jack and Olivia is testament to this precious story being in the best possible hands with Euros Lyn and the team at Lookout Point at the helm.”

Pride And Prejudice is set to go into production in the UK later this year.