Netflix’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ Drops Dreamy First Teaser: Everything We Know So Far
Consider us bewitched by the teaser for Netflix’s upcoming TV adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. Based on the first footage, it looks like we’ll need to start preparing ourselves now for some yearning of epic proportions between Emma Corrin‘s Elizabeth Bennet and Jack Lowden‘s Mr. Darcy.
We’ve come to expect as much from any adaptation of Jane Austen’s iconic story, whether it be in movie or show form. “Playing Elizabeth Bennet is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity,” Corrin said. “To be able to bring this iconic character to life, alongside Olivia [Colman] and Jack, with Dolly [Alderton]’s phenomenal scripts, is truly the greatest honor. I can’t wait for a new generation to fall in love with this story all over again.”
It’s been a minute since Lizzie and Darcy’s romance has been on the small screen, with about three decades passing since BBC’s Colin Firth-led miniseries aired, and we’re beyond ready to immerse ourselves in the Pride and Prejudice world once again. Luckily, we won’t have to wait too long. Netflix revealed its release window at the end of the teaser. Keep reading for the full rundown on the cast and more details.
When is Pride and Prejudice coming out?
Unfortunately, we don’t have the exact release date quite yet, but Austenheads will be happy to know that the six-episode limited series is guaranteed to drop in 2026.
Who is in the Pride and Prejudice cast?
After announcing Corrin, Lowden, and Olivia Colman (Mrs. Bennet) in the main roles back in April, Netflix unveiled most of the cast in . Rufus Sewell (The Diplomat) will appear as Mr. Bennet, the sarcastic patriarch of the family. Jane, one of his daughters, will be played by Freya Mavor. You might recognize her from Industry (or as Mini McGuinness in Skins, to throw it back further). Her love interest, Mr. Bingley, will be brought to life by Daryl McCormack (Good Luck to You, Leo Grande). His sister, Caroline, will be played by Siena Kelly (Black Mirror).
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Mr. Collins, the bumbling, distant cousin of the Bennets, will be portrayed by Fleabag‘s Jamie Demetriou. He vies for Elizabeth’s affection, though he eventually weds her closest friend, Charlotte Lucas. On August 18, Deadline revealed that her role has gone to Jasmine Blackborow (The Gentlemen).
The charming (yet deceptive) Mr. Wickham also sets his sights on Elizabeth, and he’ll be played by Enola Holmes‘ Louis Partridge. The flirty and impulsive Lydia Bennet is none other than Heartstopper‘s Rhea Norwood. Killing Eve‘s Fiona Shaw will try to keep Elizabeth away from Mr. Darcy as Lady Catherine de Bourg. (Shaw also happens to be starring in another upcoming Austen adaptation, Sense and Sensibility.) Her daughter, Anne, will be played by Liz Kingsman (F1: The Movie).
The cast also includes newcomers Hopey Parish and Hollie Avery in the roles of the middle Bennet sisters, Mary and Kitty.
The rest of the cast list includes Anjana Vasan as Mrs. Gardiner and Sebastian Armesto as her husband. Rosie Cavaliero is Lady Lucas, while Justin Edwards is Sir William Lucas. Saffron Coomber and James Dryden will play Mrs. and Mr. Hurst. James Northcote is Colonel Forster and Eloise Webb is Harriet Forster. Last but not least, Isabella Sermon is Mr. Darcy’s elder sister, Georgiana.
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Who is making Pride and Prejudice?
The team behind the Pride and Prejudice remake is no stranger to the romance genre. The show was written by author Dolly Alderton, who wrote Everything I Know About Love and Good Material. Heartstopper director Euros Lyn is translating her script to the screen and doubles as executive producer.
“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,” said Alderton, who’s also serving as an executive producer. “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.”
Rounding out the roster of executive producers are Corrin — their first time in the role — and Lookout Point’s Laura Lankester, Will Johnston, and Louise Mutter. Lookout Point is a BBC Studios company, which made Disney+’s Renegade Nell, the final season of Happy Valley, and two seasons of Gentleman Jack. Lisa Osborne is producing.
What is Pride and Prejudice about?
Fans of the book don’t have to worry about the series straying too far from the source material. Netflix has confirmed that it will be a “faithful, classic adaptation” of the story, which Alderton says is the “blueprint for romantic comedy.” It primarily follows the independent Elizabeth, who hails from a middle class family, as she clashes and ultimately falls for closed-off aristocrat Fitzwilliam Darcy.
“We are delighted to be sharing this beloved British classic with our global audience,” said Netflix executive Mona Qureshi. “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.”
Is there a Pride and Prejudice trailer?
Stand by for a full trailer, but you can feast your eyes on the minute-long teaser in the meantime. We’ve included it at the top of the page!
Pride and Prejudice, TBA 2026, Netflix
