Anya Taylor-Joy takes on dark role in Apple TV+ series Lucky

In the United States, Anya Taylor-Joy has been cast in a leading role in a new limited series titled Lucky, which has been ordered by Apple TV+. This series is based on the bestselling novel by Marissa Stapley and will showcase Taylor-Joy's character as a young woman trying to escape her criminal past. The announcement was made on December 2, 2024, when Apple TV+ officially confirmed the greenlight for the project. This marks a significant move for Taylor-Joy, who also serves as an executive producer, indicating her deep involvement in the project's creative direction. The limited series is especially notable as it represents Taylor-Joy's first television role since her acclaimed performance in The Queen’s Gambit for Netflix, which aired in 2020 and earned her several prestigious nominations including an Emmy. Similar to her previous role, Lucky allows her to delve into a complex character, as the protagonist must confront her darker side amid the struggle for redemption. Given its compelling premise about crime and personal struggle, the series is expected to attract considerable attention when it is released. The creative team behind Lucky is led by Jonathan Tropper, who will co-showrun and write for the series through his production company, Tropper Ink. He is joined by Cassie Pappas, known for her work on projects such as Silo and Griselda. Additionally, Reese Witherspoon and Lauren Neustadter will executive produce the show under their company, Hello Sunshine, which focuses on female-driven storytelling. Taylor-Joy’s production banner, Ladykiller, will also participate in the project. This collaboration between established talent in front of and behind the camera positions Lucky as a promising addition to the line-up of Apple TV+. As the entertainment industry continues to trend towards adaptations of successful literature, the adaptation of Stapley’s novel adds to the growing list of projects seeking to captivate audiences with rich and engaging narratives. With a release date yet to be announced amidst the excitement of its production, many are eager to see how this story will unfold both on screen and in the eyes of the audience.