There’s a new Pride and Prejudice adaptation in the works – and it’s being released sooner than you might expect!
Audible has announced its star-studded take on Jane Austen’s iconic romance, which will see Industry star Marisa Abela take on the role of quick-witted romantic heroine Elizabeth Bennet alongside Babygirl actor Harris Dickinson as her brooding suitor Mr. Darcy.
The audiobook and podcast service has teamed up with award-winning film producers, Brock Media, for this “ambitious” adaptation, which is penned by award-winning writer Lulu Raczka (Women, Beware the Devil) and directed by Dionne Edwards (Pretty Red Dress, A Thousand Blows).
The audio adaptation promises to be faithful to the original text while featuring a “unique interior perspective from Elizabeth”.
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Who stars in Audible’s Pride and Prejudice adaptation?
Marisa Abela and Harris Dickinson star as Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy.
Marisa said playing Elizabeth was “an incredible honour”, and described the adaptation as “both timeless and fresh”.
© Getty ImagesShe added: “Recording this with such a phenomenal cast and team was a true joy, and I can’t wait for listeners to experience it.”
Meanwhile, Harris said portraying the iconic leading man was “an amazing experience”. “It’s a real privilege to be part of something so timeless,” he said.
The epic ensemble cast
They’re joined by an impressive line-up of stars, which one fan hailed as a “dream cast” on social media.
Will Poulter (We’re the Millers, The Bear) stars as Mr. Wickham, alongside Jessie Buckley (Wicked Little Letters) as Caroline Bingley, and Toheeb Jimoh (Ted Lasso) as Mr. Bingley, while Golden Globe and Tony award winner Glenn Close takes on the role of Lady Catherine De Bourgh.
© Samir HusseinAlso starring are David Gyasi (The Diplomat, White Heat) as Mr. Gardiner and Rosalind Eleazar (Slow Horses, Missing You) as Mrs. Gardiner, Bertie Carvel (The Crown, Dalgliesh) as Mr. Collins, and Leah Harvey (Sweetpea) as Charlotte Lucas.
© Getty ImagesMeanwhile, Bill Nighy (Living, About Time) as Mr. Bennet, Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Broadchurch, Homecoming) as Mrs. Bennet, Sophie Wilde (Babygirl) as Jane Bennet, Antonia Salib (Hijack) as Kitty Bennet, Patricia Allison (Sex Education) as Lydia Bennet and Aasiya Shah (Unforgotten) as Mary Bennet, all supported by a full ensemble cast.
What is the story of Pride and Prejudice?
For those unfamiliar with the Georgian-set tale, it follows the five Bennett sisters in rural England as they attempt to secure suitable marriages.
The story centres on the intelligent, quick-witted Elizabeth Bennet and her relationship with rich landowner, Mr Darcy.
© Getty ImagesTeasing the upcoming adaptation, Aurelie de Troyer, Head of Regional Content Europe at Audible, said: “Lulu Raczka’s script is thrilling and conveys all of Jane Austen’s energy in an engaging, modern way. Through the intimacy of audio, we have the unique ability to make the passion and romance truly electric, and Marisa Abela and Harris Dickinson’s chemistry as Elizabeth and Darcy is undeniable.”
When will the audio adaptation of Pride and Prejudice be released?
Audible Original Editions of Pride and Prejudice premiere exclusively on Audible on 9 September 2025 in the UK, US, Canada, India and Australia. Global adaptations to follow.
