


Joel Fry (of “Game of Thrones” and “Our Flag Means Death”) was cast opposite Snook as Captain Wentworth. While Johnson’s project was revealed in April 2021, a “Persuasion” adaptation starring Snook in the lead role had already been announced in September 2020. ‘Succession’ Breakout Sarah Snook to Star in ‘Persuasion’ at Searchlight What do we know about Snook’s version? Filming actually took place near Austen’s home in Bath, where part of the novel takes place and the author herself lived for five years in 1801. Helmed by Broadway director Carrie Cracknell, who will be making her feature debut with the film, it began production last May. In late April, Netflix announced “Persuasion” will be available to stream on the platform beginning July 15. Grant, Suki Waterhouse, Nikki Amuka-Bird and Edward Bluemel, though their roles have yet to be announced. Mia McKenna-Bruce (“Get Even”) will play Anne’s younger sister Mary, the most entitled and foolish of the Elliot household. Elliot, a distant relative of Anne’s who, while well-liked and charismatic, is hiding a callous, money-hungry interior. Below, TheWrap breaks down everything you need to know about “Persuasion” - including what would have been the competing indie film starring Sarah Snook of “Succession.” Who else is in the Netflix “Persuasion” cast? Nick Wall / NetflixĪside from Johnson and Jarvis, “Persuasion” will feature “Crazy Rich Asians” alum Henry Golding as Mr.
