Netflix to Develop New Period Drama Featuring Iconic Literary Characters

A new period drama is in the pipeline for Netflix, set to bring back beloved literary characters to the small screen. Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy may soon make a return, pending official green-lighting of the series.

Netflix vs. BBC: Austen Adaptations Face Off

Netflix is currently working on a new adaptation of Jane Austen's renowned novel, Pride and Prejudice. The script for the series has been penned by journalist and author Dolly Alderton, known for 'Everything I Know About Love.'

If given the go-ahead, this will mark Netflix's first Austen adaptation since 2022's Persuasion, featuring Dakota Johnson. Casting details for the upcoming series are yet to be revealed.

Iconic Adaptations Through the Years

Over the years, there have been numerous adaptations of Pride and Prejudice, including the popular 1995 version starring Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle. The novel, originally written by Jane Austen in the early 19th century, revolves around themes of love and class.

The plot follows the journey of Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy as they navigate obstacles in their path to love, amidst challenges posed by Elizabeth's father's quest for a male heir.

Upcoming Rivalry with BBC's 'The Other Sister'

Netflix's adaptation of Pride and Prejudice could potentially rival the BBC's forthcoming period drama, 'The Other Sister.' The series, based on Janice Hadlow's novel, focuses on the life of the middle Bennet sister and is set to be a 10-episode show produced by Doctor Who's Bad Wolf.

While the cast for 'The Other Sister' is yet to be announced, a synopsis reveals a fresh take on the period drama heroine through the character of Mary Bennet, promising a unique storyline.

Eagerly-Awaited Period Dramas in the Making

Emerald Fennell is also making waves in the realm of period dramas with a high-budget remake of Emily Bronte's Wuthering Heights, featuring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. The world of classic literature is set to come alive on our screens once again.