Netflix has officially unveiled the star-studded ensemble for its upcoming crime saga, Bad Bridgets – and it should be on your radar.
Set in 19th-century Ireland, the upcoming film tells the story of two sisters who embark on a treacherous journey to America to escape an abusive father, poverty and hunger. Upon arriving in New York, they find themselves drawn to a group of other Irish women, the so-called ‘Bridgets,’ who are creating mayhem in the city.
Emilia Jones (CODA, The Running Man) and Alison Oliver (Wuthering Heights, Saltburn) star in the film, which is written and directed by BAFTA winner Rich Peppiatt (Kneecap) and inspired by the research project of history professors Elaine Farrell and Leanne McCormick.
With production set to begin in Northern Ireland and Ireland this summer, here’s all we know about the film below.
What is Bad Bridgets about?
The film centres on two sisters who escape a famine-stricken Ireland, seeking salvation and a fresh start in 19th-century New York. Once they arrive, their lives take a turn as they join a rebellious group of Irish women.
© Getty ImagesThe official synopsis reads: “When a mysterious letter offering escape leads a young Irish woman to 19th-century New York, she’s pulled into the unruly world of the Bridgets, and mayhem follows in her wake.”
It’s worth noting that the name in the title, ‘Bridget’, comes from an epithet for Irish domestic servants.
Meet the star-studded cast
The film boasts a seriously stacked cast, led by Emilia Jones (CODA, The Running Man) and Alison Oliver (Wuthering Heights, Saltburn).
© Variety via Getty ImagesThey’re joined by an impressive list of stars: Colin Farrell (The Banshees of Inisherin, In Bruges), Steve Coogan (Philomena, Legends), Charlie Heaton (Stranger Things, Industry), Domhnall Gleeson (Ex Machina, The Paper), Himesh Patel (Yesterday, The Odyssey), Niamh Algar (The Iris Affair, Mary & George) and Simone Kirby (Kneecap, His Dark Materials).
Behind the camera, BAFTA winner Ryan Kernaghan (Trespasses) serves as cinematographer, while Academy Award winner James Price (Poor Things) takes on the role of production designer and Academy Award winner Kate Hawley (Frankenstein) handles the costume design.
© Getty ImagesCáit Collins, whose credits include Line of Duty and The Roses, is executive producer. Meanwhile, the film is being produced by Margot Robbie’s acclaimed production company, LuckyChap, in collaboration with Coup d’Etat.
When will Bad Bridgets be released?
Netflix has yet to confirm an official release date for the project. However, with production scheduled to begin this summer, we’d expect the film to arrive on the platform in 2027 at the earliest.
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