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Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Ruth Jones TV return confirmed after Gavin and Stacey with 'irresistible' period
Ruth Jones has confirmed her next TV role after breaking records with the final ever Gavin and Stacey episode last Christmas. The 58-year-old teamed back up with James Corden to pen a festive special, which became the UK's most-watched scripted show since records began in 2002. Fresh from that ratings bonanza, Jones is set to return to the small screen in a wildly different role, amid news of her separation from her husband TV producer David Peet. Jones has now signed on to the upcoming adaptation of a Pride and Prejudice spin-off novel for the BBC, where she will play the Bennet matriarch alongside Richard E Grant as Mr Bennet. Over 10 episodes, The Other Bennet Sister will delve into what became of Mary Bennet, played by Call the Midwife's Ella Bruccoleri, the bookish sister who has been rendered as an uptight grump in most Jane Austen adaptations. Based on Janice Hadlow's novel of the same name, filming for the show is currently underway in Wales. The BBC synopsis of the show reads: 'The Gardiners take Mary under their wing as governess to their three children – Marianne, George, and Rebecca – introducing her to an exciting new social world that includes Mr Hayward, Mr Ryder, and Ann Baxter.' Game of Thrones star Indira Varma has already been spotted filming scenes as Mary's aunt Mrs Gardiner, alongside Richard Coyle who will play her husband. Director of BBC Drama Lindsay Salt promised the show will be an 'irresistible treat' when it arrives on the BBC and iPlayer next year. 'It's a joy to see cameras rolling on our vibrant, witty and clever new take on Jane Austen's beloved world, said Salt in a statement. Executive producer Jane Tranter, who spearheaded the Doctor Who modern reboot at production studio Bad Wolf, said they have been working on The Other Bennet Sister behind the scenes for many years. More Trending Tranter said in a statement: 'Our actors had a lot to live up to – and I can honestly say that this is the ensemble cast of our dreams. 'Each one brings something new and exciting to the world of Austen. And all of us at Bad Wolf are delighted to be making a drama that brings such joy.' View More » The Other Bennet Sister arrives on BBC One and iPlayer next year. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Heston Blumenthal breaks down in tears as son admits: 'Talking to you was horrible' MORE: Race Across the World star sobs while revealing huge life change since filming MORE: Amazon Prime fans have just days left to binge 'riveting' period drama
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Richard E. Grant, Ruth Jones to Star in ‘The Other Bennet Sister' for BBC, BritBox
The BBC and streamer BritBox on Tuesday unveiled that Richard E. Grant (Withnail & I, Can You Ever Forgive Me?) and Ruth Jones (Gavin & Stacey, Stella) will co-star as Mr. and Mrs. Bennet in The Other Bennet Sister, a previously announced adaptation of Janice Hadlow's novel of the same name. Produced by Bad Wolf (His Dark Materials, Industry), the series will air on the BBC iPlayer and BBC One in the U.K. and BritBox International in the U.S. and Canada. More from The Hollywood Reporter European Box Office Revenue Rises (Barely) Despite Softer Admissions Gaumont TV President Talks End of Peak TV, Warns: "If We Don't Own the IP, We Lose Our Identity" Nanni Moretti Teaming With Louis Garrel, Jasmine Trinca on New Film Indira Varma (Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Night Manager) and Richard Coyle (Heads of State, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) will play Mr. and Mrs. Gardiner, 'Mary's worldly aunt and uncle.' Laurie Davidson (A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story, The Girlfriend) and Dónal Finn (The Wheel of Time, SAS Rogue Heroes) have also joined the ensemble cast as Mr. Ryder and Mr. Hayward, respectively. They star alongside the previously announced Ella Bruccoleri (Call the Midwife, Bridgerton) as Mary Bennet. The adaptation comes from screenwriter Sarah Quintrell (The Power, Ella). Filming on the 10-part show has already begun in Wales. 'The Gardiners take Mary under their wing as governess to their three children — Marianne (Roisin Bhalla), George (Reggie Absolom), and Rebecca (Jasmine Sharp) — introducing her to an exciting new social world that includes Mr Hayward, Mr Ryder, and Ann Baxter,' reads a synopsis. The adaptation explores and expands the world of Pride and Prejudice through 'the often-overlooked perspective of Mary Bennet.' Sarah Quintrell will write nine of the half-hour episodes, with Maddie Dai writing one. The series will be directed by Jennifer Sheridan (Extraordinary)a nd Asim Abbasi (Cake). Said Lindsay Salt, director of BBC Drama: 'It's a joy to see cameras rolling on our vibrant, witty and clever new take on Jane Austen's beloved world. With a pitch-perfect cast led by Ella, Ruth and Richard, The Other Bennet Sister will be an irresistible treat for viewers when it launches on the BBC next year.' Robert Schildhouse, president, BritBox North America and general manager, BritBox International, also lauded the cast. 'This impeccable ensemble brings together great talent, with performances that honor Jane Austen's beloved characters while introducing compelling new ones,' he said. 'This is the perfect series for BritBox and fans of Austen, a beautifully crafted period drama offering the delightful, character-driven, and bold British storytelling our audiences know and love.' Added Bad Wolf's Jane Tranter: 'We have been working behind the scenes on The Other Bennet Sister for many years now, and Janice's brilliantly observed characters have lived and grown in our imaginations throughout that time as Sarah has been working on the scripts. So our actors had a lot to live up to – and I can honestly say that this is the ensemble cast of our dreams.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
Wales Online
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Gavin And Stacey's Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant to star in new BBC drama
Gavin And Stacey's Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant to star in new BBC drama undefined Ruth Jones (Image: Dave Benett, Alan Chapman/) Gavin And Stacey star Ruth Jones and Withnail And I's Richard E Grant are to star in a new BBC drama inspired by Jane Austen. The Other Bennet Sister, which is an adaption of the novel of the same name by Janice Hadlow, will also star Laurie Davidson, Donal Finn, Indira Varma, and Richard Coyle, when it airs on BBC One and iPlayer next year. The show, which promises to introduce new characters to the world of Pride And Prejudice, will star Grant and Jones as Mr and Mrs Bennet, Varma and Coyle as Mr and Mrs Gardiner, and Davidson and Finn as Mr Ryder and Mr Hayward respectively. They will star alongside Call The Midwife's Ella Bruccoleri as Mary Bennet, with filming already under way in Wales. The Other Bennet Sister will see the Gardiners take Mary under their wing as governess to their three children – Marianne (Roisin Bhalla), George (Reggie Absolom), and Rebecca (Jasmine Sharp) – introducing her to an exciting new social world in 10 half-hour episodes. Lindsay Salt, director of BBC Drama, said of the show: "It's a joy to see cameras rolling on our vibrant, witty and clever new take on Jane Austen's beloved world. Article continues below "With a pitch perfect cast led by Ella, Ruth and Richard, The Other Bennet Sister will be an irresistible treat for viewers when it launches on the BBC next year." Sarah Quintrell will write nine of the series' 10 episodes, while Maddie Dai will write one episode. Jane Tranter, who will executive produce the show for Bad Wolf, added: "We have been working behind the scenes on The Other Bennet Sister for many years now, and Janice's brilliantly observed characters have lived and grown in our imaginations throughout that time as Sarah has been working on the scripts. Article continues below "So, our actors had a lot to live up to – and I can honestly say that this is the ensemble cast of our dreams. "Each one brings something new and exciting to the world of Austen, and all of us at Bad Wolf are delighted to be making a drama that brings such joy." An exact release date for The Other Bennet Sister is yet to be announced.
Wales Online
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Ruth Jones joins Saltburn and Game of Thrones stars in new BBC series
Ruth Jones joins Saltburn and Game of Thrones stars in new BBC series The BBC confirmed the new series is being produced by Welsh production company Bad Wolf and is also being shot in Wales Ruth Jones will star as Mrs Bennet in the series adaptation of The Other Bennet Sister (Image: Kate Green, Getty Images ) Gavin & Stacey star and co-creator Ruth Jones is starring in a brand new BBC series alongside Saltburn star Richard E. Grant and Game of Thrones actress Indira Varma. The BBC confirmed that the stellar cast would be starring in new TV drama The Other Bennet Sister, which is an adaptation of Janice Hadlow's novel. The new show is being produced by Welsh production company Bad Wolf and is also being shot in Wales. On Tuesday, June 17, the BBC confirmed that filming had commenced in Wales on the 10-part series. They also confirmed that Ruth Jones and Richard E. Grant would be starring as Mr and Mrs Bennet while Indira Varma and Heads of State star Richard Coyle would play Mr and Mrs Gardiner, Mary's worldly aunt and uncle. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter. Also starring in the series are Laurie Davidson, who recently starred in ITV's A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story, and Dónal Finn, who will star as Mr Ryder and Mr Hayward respectively. Article continues below Previously it was announced that Ella Bruccoleri, who has starred in BBC's Call the Midwife and Netflix's popular period drama Bridgerton, would play Mary Bennet. Jane Austen fans will be glad to know the series will also introduce the rest of the Bennet sisters – Jane, Lizzie, Kitty, and Lydia – as well as other notable Austen characters from the Pride and Prejudice world Caroline Bingley and Mr Collins. Content cannot be displayed without consent The synopsis of the series reads: "The Gardiners take Mary under their wing as governess to their three children – Marianne (Roisin Bhalla), George (Reggie Absolom), and Rebecca (Jasmine Sharp) – introducing her to an exciting new social world that includes Mr Hayward, Mr Ryder, and Ann Baxter. "This adaptation explores and expands the world of Pride and Prejudice through the often-overlooked perspective of Mary Bennet." The director of BBC Drama, Lindsay Salt, confirmed the series would be aired in 2026 and available to watch on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the UK. Article continues below
RTÉ News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Gavin And Stacey's Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant to star in new BBC drama
Gavin And Stacey star Ruth Jones and Withnail And I 's Richard E Grant are to star in a new BBC drama inspired by Jane Austen. The Other Bennet Sister, which is an adaption of the novel of the same name by Janice Hadlow, will also star Laurie Davidson, Donal Finn, Indira Varma, and Richard Coyle, when it airs on BBC One and iPlayer next year. The show, which promises to introduce new characters to the world of Pride And Prejudice, will star Grant and Jones as Mr and Mrs Bennet, Varma and Coyle as Mr and Mrs Gardiner, and Davidson and Finn as Mr Ryder and Mr Hayward, respectively. They will star alongside Call The Midwife's Ella Bruccoleri as Mary Bennet, with filming already under way in Wales. The Other Bennet Sister will see the Gardiners take Mary under their wing as governess to their three children - Marianne (Roisin Bhalla), George (Reggie Absolom), and Rebecca (Jasmine Sharp) - introducing her to an exciting new social world in ten half-hour episodes. Lindsay Salt, director of BBC Drama, said of the show: "It's a joy to see cameras rolling on our vibrant, witty and clever new take on Jane Austen's beloved world. "With a pitch perfect cast led by Ella, Ruth and Richard, The Other Bennet Sister will be an irresistible treat for viewers when it launches on the BBC next year." Sarah Quintrell will write nine of the series' 10 episodes, while Maddie Dai will write one episode. Jane Tranter, who will executive produce the show for Bad Wolf, added: "We have been working behind the scenes on The Other Bennet Sister for many years now, and Janice's brilliantly observed characters have lived and grown in our imaginations throughout that time as Sarah has been working on the scripts. "So, our actors had a lot to live up to - and I can honestly say that this is the ensemble cast of our dreams. "Each one brings something new and exciting to the world of Austen, and all of us at Bad Wolf are delighted to be making a drama that brings such joy." An exact release date for The Other Bennet Sister is yet to be announced.
