Daisy Edgar-Jones Opens Up About Starring in Trendy Book “Normal”

In 2020, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Paul Mescal made a splash in Hulu’s adaptation of Sally Rooney’s Normal People. Since then, Edgar-Jones has starred in multiple successful book-to-screen projects, such as Where the Crawdads Sing and Under the Banner of Heaven. When asked about how her experience on Normal People has influenced her approach to adaptations, she mentioned feeling the pressure to do justice to such a beloved book. The show struck a chord with audiences and continues to be widely loved and appreciated.

Reflecting on her latest film, On Swift Horses, Edgar-Jones shared how important it is to capture the tone of the original story when approaching adaptations. Working with director Daniel Minahan on this historical fiction piece, she emphasized the importance of aligning the filmmaker with the material to bring the story to life authentically. Like Normal People, On Swift Horses is a poignant tale of coming of age, set in the aftermath of the Korean War, exploring themes of luck, love, and identity.

It’s clear that Daisy Edgar-Jones has a knack for bringing book characters to the screen, and her dedication to capturing the essence of each story shines through in her performances. As she continues to tackle adaptations, she remains committed to staying true to the heart of the source material. For those eager to dive into these adaptations themselves, the books are readily available for purchase, and Normal People can be found on Hulu, while On Swift Horses is currently showing in theaters.