Get your first look at Netflix’s Pride and Prejudice (2025) with a fresh cast, stunning visuals, and a modern twist. Meet the new Bennet sisters and learn why this adaptation is a must-watch.
The extremely well-received Netflix adaptation of Pride and Prejudice is underway, and the first-look content has everyone giddy about this period drama, Jane Austen adaptation, and prestige television. With a new diverse cast, a wonderfully modern interpretation of 19th-century early England, and some familiar and beloved actors returning to these timeless characters, this modern adaptation is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s still talked-about series in 2025.
A Daring New Adaptation of a Classic
Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice has been interpreted in celluloid numerous times over the years—from BBC’s Colin Firth version in 1995 to Joe Wright’s Keira Knightley version in 2005—Netflix’s 2025 production has something new to offer! While restating the essential elements of Austen’s story—romance, class conflict, social expectation—Netflix intends to design a more contemporary narrative using a richly diverse cast.
With filming on location at historic estates in Yorkshire and the Cotswolds, the Netflix series will be stylized as it pays homage to the rustic charm of the Regency Era, while also adding fresh perspectives on family, femininity, and freedom.
Introducing the New Bennet Sisters: Talents to Watch and New Faces
At the heart of Pride and Prejudice are the five Bennet sisters, each with their distinct personalities and objectives in life. Netflix has created an outstanding new cast for this project:
Elizabeth Bennet – Rhea Norwood, formerly that of Heartstopper, is stepping into the iconic role of Lizzy Bennet. Wicked, independent, and had a sharp tongue, Elizabeth is the center of Austen’s text. We see Norwood beneath layers of complexity and nuance, as they are those in the preview trailer, Elizabeth must wrestle with her intelligence and fragility with poise.
Jane Bennet – Emily Carey (House of the Dragon) plays Jane, the eldest and the most beautiful sister. Carey mixes grace and gentleness, which mirrors Jane he kind, sympathetic, and quietly resolute disposition.
Lydia Bennet – India Amarteifio (Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story) brings that scrumptious exuberance and energy for Lydia, the eldest and most reckless of sisters, whose impetuousness and scandal of elopement propel much of the narrative tension.
Mary Bennet – In a fresh take on Mary, we met Amelia Kenworthy, who was cast as the often unseen middle sister. Mary, a book-lover who is socially awkward.
Kitty Bennet – Rising star Mimi Keene (Sex Education) plays Kitty with a good sprinkle of charm and comedy. This definitely adds greater complexity to the character than in previous adaptations.
The Men of ‘Pride and Prejudice’: Classic Heroes Reimagined
No Pride and Prejudice would be complete without the dashing Mr. Darcy, and in this case, this is played by heartthrob Louis Partridge (Enola Holmes, Pistol). The casting of Partridge is generating interest and positive buzz, with fans excited to see a younger, moodier, and maybe more relatable Mr. Darcy.
Rufus Sewell plays Mr. Bennet, opposite Partridge. Sewell is an experienced actor, prominently known for his work on The Diplomat and Victoria, bringing a thoughtful, sardonic quality to the head of the Bennet family.
Other important parts:
Lady Catherine de Bourgh – Imelda Staunton (The Crown, Harry Potter); with a powerful screen presence, Staunton is perfect as the obnoxious, pretentious aristocrat.
Mr. Bingley – Fionn Whitehead (Dunkirk, Bandersnatch) plays the charming, wealthy Mr. Bingley, whose interest in Jane Bennet is the core of this love story.
Charlotte Lucas – Elizabeth’s friend, who has a warm and heftier part played by Bel Powley (The Morning Show, Everything I Know About Love).
An Aesthetic Sensation
From the extravagant costumes to the candlelit interiors and expansive grounds, Netflix‘s Pride and Prejudice will definitely be a supremely visual experience! In the hands of costume designer Jacqueline Durran, who previously won an Academy Award for her work on Anna Karenina and Little Women, the cast is sporting Regency fashions reimagined through more modern distinctions. From earthy colorways, flowing fabrics, and intricately embroidered gowns, the costumes are creative and fantastically unique, while remaining warm and relatable to the audience.
Director Chloe Zhao, known for her films Nomadland and Eternals, brings an almost poetic lens to interpreting the text. Zhao has a quiet yet powerful artistic sensibility, and any visual language she embraces brings grounded yet emotional storytelling to her directorial work, allowing moments involving character to be foregrounded within lavish visual surroundings.
Why this adaptation matters
In 2025, the themes of Pride and Prejudice feel more relevant than ever: the resistance to social expectations; finding oneself and the limits one sets on this process; and ultimately, finding genuine and authentic love. Netflix has reframed the moment so that this story resonates with today’s global audience through diversifying the cast and re-conceptualising certain characters in a more modern context, while still reminding audiences of the Victorian elements the story apart.
Social media has gone mad for the series, in particular the first teaser released this week, with #NetflixPrideandPrejudice trending on X (formerly known as Twitter) in the aftermath of its debut!
What You Need to Know: Drama, Romance & a Shot of Modern Humor
This six-episode limited series will launch globally on Netflix in just about 10 months on September 19, 2025—perfectly timed for your fall binge-watching. The series will follow the general story outline of Austen’s original, but sources involved with the production have indicated there will be “new layers of character depth,” especially with the supporting characters.
Final Thoughts
Netflix’s Pride and Prejudice is more than just another period drama. It’s a remix of a cultural landmark for a new generation of fans. Between the beautiful cast, modern sensibility, and well-known source material, the series looks to captivate both existing Austen enthusiasts and those discovering Austen for the very first time.
1: When is Netflix’s Pride and Prejudice coming out?
A: The series will be launching globally in late 2025 or early 2026 on Netflix.
2: Who is playing Elizabeth Bennet in the Netflix adaptation?
A: Rhea Norwood is playing Elizabeth Bennet. She is most known for her role in Heartstopper and is bringing a new independent spirit to the character.
3: Who is playing Mr. Darcy?
A: Louis Partridge, who is known for Enola Holmes and Pistol, will be playing Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy.