Anya Taylor-Joy cast in Apple TV+ series “Lucky” adapted from popular novel
Anya Taylor-Joy has landed a leading role in “Lucky,” a new Apple TV+ limited series based on Marissa Stapley’s bestselling novel of the same name. The show, created by Jonathan Trooper, follows a young woman who must confront her criminal past one last time to break free. Production is set to begin in the spring of 2025, with Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine production company backing the project. Taylor-Joy will not only star in the series but also serve as an executive producer alongside Witherspoon and Trooper.
In a statement, Taylor-Joy expressed excitement about joining forces with Hello Sunshine and Apple TV+ to bring “Lucky” to life, highlighting the importance of championing women’s voices. Witherspoon also shared her enthusiasm for adapting female-centric stories for the screen, emphasizing the connection between storytelling and community building.
This project marks Taylor-Joy’s return to television following her critically acclaimed performance in “The Queen’s Gambit.” The actress received a Golden Globe Award and an Emmy nomination for her role in the Netflix series. Next, audiences can look forward to seeing her in “The Gorge,” a film directed by Scott Derrickson, alongside Miles Teller. Scheduled for a 2025 release on Apple TV+, “The Gorge” promises to deliver a high-action, genre-defying love story centered around two soldiers guarding a mysterious chasm.
Exciting times lie ahead for Anya Taylor-Joy fans, as she continues to captivate audiences on both the big and small screens with her versatile performances.