The Met Gala is always a feast for the eyeballs, in both the best, worst, and in-between-y senses of that phrase. It's where the most fashionable celebrities can flaunt their most off-kilter looks, often with personal attachments to their obsession-worthy choices. (Throwback to Diana Ross' 2025 dress that stole Zendaya's attention.) It should come as no surprise that Game of Thrones and Wednesday vet Gwendoline Christie showed up dressed to im-motherf--kin-press on the 2026 Met Gala red carpet.

This year's theme, "Costume Art," was primed to bring out the best in Hollywood and beyond, with the dress code being "Fashion is Art." Everything about Christie's look is oozing artfulness, but it's also more than a little Severance-coded if you know what I'm saying. Be in awe of the gorgeousness below.

Just to address the bleating goat in the room, for those who may not be into Severance (you monsters), Gwendoline Christie's look puts me in that show's mindset given her mask accessory that resembles her face more than just a little bit. But is the person we see the Innie, with the mask representing the Outie, or vice versa? I mean, it's probably the other way, since I doubt the Met Gala would have Lumon's chip technology installed.

Or would they...?

Also, just to throw it out there, the blue and green being next to each other on her headpiece could certainly represent Severance's MDR (blue) and O&D (green). With the red being a callback to the final shot of the Season 2 finale. But maybe that's just me reading too much into things while feeling hangry for Season 3 updates.

So to actually speak to Christie's influences for her visual splendor, she told Vogue that the dress was inspired by artist John Singer Sargent, surrealist photographer Madame Yevonde, and photographer/poet Ira Cohen. Their influences show up in the streak of dark red running down the front of the dress, as well as the mermaid shape and tight waist.

The dress can be more directly credited to the actress' longtime designer Giles Deacon, who also presented the idea of turning Gwendoline Christie's own face into the mask that brought the ensemble together. But the one who actually crafted the mask was Gillian Wearing. Here's how the UK native explained it:

Interestingly enough, Christie wasn't the only one on the Met Gala red carpet rocking a unique mask, though Katy Perry was sporting a more reflective look with her headgear. Plus, it doesn't make me think of Severance, so that's an automatic strike against, amirite?

Find Gwendoline Christie's most esoteric performance yet in Severance's second season streaming via Apple TV subscription. And here's hoping we'll see more from her Department of Mammalians Nurturable supervisor Lorne when Season 3 comes around.

Spoilers for Wednesday Season 2, Part 1 are ahead! Read with caution, and watch the series with a Netflix subscription.

When Part 1 of Wednesday Season 2 came to a close, things weren’t looking good for Jenna Ortega’s titular character. However, with the second half of the season premiering on Netflix’s 2025 schedule on September 3, I knew she wouldn’t be gone for long. That was confirmed in the trailer for Part 2. However, it wasn’t the most shocking reveal. No, no. The most surprising revelation was the fact that Gwendoline Christie’s Principal Weems will be back, too.

So, obviously, I’ve been thinking about the impact the late principal will make, and I’ve developed a theory that it will have something to do with Steve Buscemi’s Principal Dort.

Gwendoline Christie Is Returning As Wednesday’s Spirit Guide

Now, Principal Weems might be back, but I wouldn’t say she’s back from the dead. That’s because in Part 2’s trailer, it’s confirmed that she is Wednesday’s new “spirit guide.” You can see her return in what seems to be the main character's dreams in the video below, and it would appear that these interactions will happen while Wednesday is in the hospital after that fall at the end of Part 1.

It would appear she’s there to support Wednesday (which might haunt her, too), and I assume she’ll help her wake up so she can save Enid from whatever is coming for her.

However, I don’t think that’s the only purpose Principal Weems will serve. I also think Christie’s character could help amplify Wednesday’s relationship with the current principal of Nevermore, Barry Dort.

I Have A Theory About Wednesday’s Relationship With Steve Buscemi’s Principal Dort Being Impacted By Weems' Return

One of my primary questions coming out of Wednesday’s first season had to do with who would take over for Principal Weems. However, we quickly learned that Steve Buscemi had joined the Wednesday cast to play the new headmaster of Nevermore Academy. We then got to know him in the first half of Season 2, and it became abundantly clear that he was like Weems' antithesis.

He’s the polar opposite of her in a lot of ways, but specifically when it comes to overall vibes, and their juxtaposition feels too fun not to explore in the second half of the season.

Therefore, with Principal Weems being Wednesday’s spirit guide, I have a feeling Dort will become a bigger part of our lead character’s story, too. Could Weems help reveal that Dort is part of the big evil plan? Could she coax Wednesday to get his help? The options are endless; however, I do think Christie’s character being present will bring Ortega’s student closer to the new principal.

Personally, I think this connection will highlight and emphasize the living principal’s role in whatever is going on at Nevermore. I have a feeling he’s up to more than just keeping kids in line, and I think Wednesday’s connection with Weems could help bring his true intentions to life.

To see if that happens, you can stream Wednesday Season 2, Part 2 on Netflix, starting September 3.

SPOILERS are ahead for Wednesday Season 2, Part 2. If you haven’t seen the latest trailer and don’t want any hints about it, wait to read this!

I think Wednesday is one of the best shows you can watch with your Netflix subscription right now, so when Season 2 was among 2025 TV premieres early this month, I was ready on day one to get back to Nevermore Academy with Jenna Ortega’s Wednesday Addams. While watching the first four episodes, I became quickly invested in the new mystery (that has already led me to a theory about Lady Gaga’s upcoming debut). But, I’m pretty annoyed that the series decided to spoil one development before Part 2 comes out on September 3, and for more than one reason.

It Was Revealed That Principal Weems Is Back In Season 2

Shortly after finishing Part 1, I came across the official trailer for Wednesday Season 2 Part 2 on YouTube not knowing it would include a major spoiler. But, chances are I’d see it anyway considering it was also splashed all over social media. The spoiler I’m talking about is the return of Gwendoline Christie’s Principal Weems, who died last season.

While I’m very much excited that the actress has returned for Season 2, and Ortega has since said the show made a “terrible mistake” in the first place in killing her off. How great of a surprise, though, would that have been to experience this reveal when we watch the show on the premiere date in just a couple of weeks? I’m bummed the trailer spoils the fun jump scare of Wednesday waking up to Weems in a nurse costume explaining to her that she’s her new spirit guide!

Why The Return Of Weems Doesn’t Make Sense To Me

Speaking of Weems being her new spirit guide, that brings me to the other problem I have with this reveal. Aren’t the spirit guides supposed to be from the same bloodline? Last time I checked, Principal Weems is not part of the Addams family, so this plot point honestly doesn’t make any sense, aside from the show itself wanting to bring back the character.

I had wished that Ophelia might be the spirit guide (if she’s dead), but I think many signs point to her being alive. I also like the idea of Wednesday meeting other members of her ancestry through these spirit guides, but here we are getting Weems instead. I think it also kind of undercuts the work Steve Buscemi is doing as the new principal, who I’m very suspicious of and want to see play as big of a role in Part 2 as we did in Part 1.

All in all, I’m sure I’ll find enjoyment out of the return of Principal Weems, and I imagine that there are a lot more surprises on the way we know nothing about, I just don’t think Wednesday needed to give this away. They are already doing excellent marketing otherwise, and I’m really digging them splitting up the season, actually. It just didn’t feel like we needed to have this present opened before we dive into Part 2.

The first season of Wednesday was an absolutely massive hit for Netflix, and it became the sort of show that fans were obsessed with for months after it aired. Pop culture’s current obsession is something quite different, as it's presently obsessed with a plush toy called a Labubu, but now both things have come together in a quite hilarious way.

A Wednesday Season 2 event was recently held in Australia, which included several major members of the crew and cast of Wednesday, including star Jenna Ortega and supporting cast member Gwendoline Christie. The two ended up getting pictures next to each other, which has the internet laughing over their extreme height difference, with one viral tweet from @LucaGuadagnegro remarking that Ortega looks like Christie’s Labubu:

It is, to be fair, an absolutely stark contrast in heights. A quick search tells me that Jenna Ortega is 5’1”, making her one of the few adult humans on earth that I would be taller than, and certainly putting her in the category of people we call “short.” On the flip side, Gwendoline Christie, known for being tall, is an impressive 6’3”. It’s rare to see two adults with more than a full foot of height difference between them, and Ortega does sort of look like an accessory here.

Of course, honestly, the same could be said for everybody else at the Wednesday event. When looking at the full group she’s standing with you, you see that Christie absolutely towers over everybody:

That said, I’m not sure calling Ortega a Labubu is fair. If for no other reason than that, while I’m no expert, the Labubus I’m familiar with tend to have smiles, oddly creepy ones that make it look like they’re about to go for your jugular, on their face. Ortega appears less than thrilled in this picture. Though perhaps she's just remaining in character as the perpetually unenthusiastic Wednesday.

Labubus have become something of the “it” fashion accessory of the day, and so Gwendoline Christie, looking absolutely fabulous in this picture, honestly looks like she needs one.

Speaking of the Game of Thrones actress and her work on this Netflix hit, we weren't sure if we'd actually see Gwendoline Christie in Wednesday Season 2. The character died in Season 1, but even the creators realized killing her off was a mistake.

But wait a minute, this is actually a brilliant cross-promotional opportunity. Netflix needs to get the Labubu people on the phone and license a line of Wednesday Labubus. Considering how popular both things are, there are going to be a lot of people who would want something like this. Please send me my royalties for this brilliant concept, care of CinemaBlend.

The first half of Wednesday Season 2 is currently available to view with a Netflix subscription. The second half of the season will premiere on Netflix's 2025 schedule on September 6.

Gwendoline Christie was one of the best members of the cast of Wednesday during Season 1. While she already blew me away with her work in Game of Thrones, Christie crushes her role as Principal Weems. The character exudes a classy charm and sense of complexity that conveys Christie's wide range of skills as an actor. Despite Weems' death, the character is now set to return for Season 2, and Jenna Ortega just recalled one way she and the writers initially thought about reviving the character.

Jenna Ortega has never shied away from discussing the creative choices made for Wednesday. In fact, she made headlines when she got real about some aspects of the show making “no sense” to her. (Ortega had long wanted to up the horror elements and dial down the romance.) Just recently, the Emmy nominee admitted during an interview with AIChark (which was shared to TikTok) that the show made a “terrible mistake” by killing off Principal Weems. With that, Ortega revealed she formulated an idea to bring Weems back, and it involved shapeshifting:

I feel like the writers made the right call in going with the spirit guide character plot, which was just recently revealed. I think having all shapeshifters appear as Weems in “their natural form” would be too complicated. Having Christie's character return as a spirit guide for Wednesday Addams is perfect since the Nevermore Head of Staff tried to help the show's titular character during her time at the Academy. Weems even tried tried to help the teen in the end, the notion of having her return in this form certainly tracks.

If Wednesday Season 2 -- which is part of 2025 Netflix's 2025 releases -- were like the more traditional Addams Family movies and TV shows Principal Weems might not be reappearing. Those past productions featured death in relatively definitive ways, so Weems' poisoning would've been the end. The concepts that have been explored in the Jenna Ortega-led spinoff series, however, allow for Weems to come back into the fold. And Ortega is thrilled about that:

I jumped for joy seeing Wednesday’s Season 2, Part 2 trailer, which revealed Weems' return. She and Addams have an interesting dynamic and, while they don't always see eye to eye, it works. There's also a sense of mutual respect between the two. With the supernatural series being split into two parts, this next set of episodes may place great emphasis on the relationship between Ortega's character and her new spirit guide.

As a fan, I'm so glad Weems is not only returning but doing so in a fun-looking capacity. Considering how happy Gwendoline Christie was when Wednesday was renewed, it wouldn't surprise me at all if she’s thrilled she gets to continue playing her imposing character. It was Christie's stunning turn (complete with Alfred Hitchcock influences) that made her such a standout in the first season. Watch Christie and Jenna Ortega on screen together again when the second part of their show's second season becomes available for Netflix subscription holders on September 3rd.

Get used to hearing a lot about 007 as the 2025 movie schedule pushes on. While we don’t know for sure what's going on with James Bond 26, the pieces are being put in place for it finally enter development in earnest. So, of course, there’s going to be people who want to throw their hats into the ring to join this storied legacy, and Gwendoline Christie is the latest to do so.

Fans seem to have some strong feelings as to what, or rather who the British actress should play. However, there are a couple of other options that are an even better fit for the Game of Thrones alum.

Gwendoline Christie’s James Bond Desires Come With A Very Specific Caveat

In the wake of Amazon-MGM’s big Bond producer hire, a new interview featuring Gwendoline Christie has surfaced. In it, the actress enthusiastically talks about the possibility of landing a role in the post-Daniel Craig era of Bond. While making her appeal for 00-consideration for the first time, Christie politely and humorously revealed her wish:

How can you say no to a former Knight of Seven Kingdoms, and the performer of a fantastic Titania in the National Theatre’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream? The A-lister's wishes aren’t merely her own, as tons of comments underneath the clip zeroed in on two pretty huge possibilities:

• “Oh she would slay as a Bond villain” - @rhysparrygeorge
• “She would be a fierce M. Amazon take the hint!” - @Adam Appleby
• “Make Gwendolyn Christie a Bond villain! She would be fantastic!” - @Jamie
• “Not M... she could be the first female main baddie!” - @curvybird
• “I’d love to see her in a Bond-like/Bourne-like role. I think she could do great. She has the right intensity.” - @piemaster

Cards on the table, I’ll admit that possibilities of her playing M or Bond 26’s antagonist are should not be ignored. Finding a formidable baddie is going to be very important, and the Bond 26 villain odds could shift at the mere mention of theWednesday actress. Even with my wishes for a Lady Gaga James Bond-portrayed villain, I would totally love if Christie landed the role.

Having her give out the orders to the 007 of the future would also be quite exciting, but it’s that last comment that alludes to the role I think Gwendoline Christie should be considered for in the next James Bond era.

Bond 26 Could Be The Time To Give James Bond A Radically New Ally In The Field

Given that Bond 26’s rumored 2027 release date has yet to be confirmed, there’s a chance that this suggestion may come a bit too late in the game. At the same time, after that last commenter suggested a “Bond-like” role for Gwendoline Christie, and in league with her want to be “a radical new element,” you can’t just cast her as M, Moneypenny or even a Bond Villain.

So why aren’t we talking about making more James Bond history, and giving 007 a new ally in the field similar to Felix Leiter and Jack Wade in the past? Now, Christie’s hypothetical casting in this post doesn’t mean she needs to play an American.

Instead, my suggestion is that she be given the opportunity to be the first non-male counterpart that Bond can meet up with during missions. In that capacity, her character would offer critical intel and possibly ask for huge favors in the process. What’s more, I’m going to make a suggestion that could even cost me credit as a 007 fan. If Gwendoline Christie is up for playing such a role, this could be a character that’s spun off into her own series.

That way there’s something for admirers of the 007 legacy to keep up with while waiting for the next main movie. Her stories don’t even need to be connected to future Bond-centered adventure plots but instead, just something to help add layers to a Christie-played operative.

Or there’s option 4, which would involve Amazon negotiating the rights to adapt Kim Sherwood’s Double-O Trilogy. The currently running trio of books, which started with 2022’s Double or Nothing, see James Bond missing in action - with several other 00-agents on the hunt to find him. As Johanna Harwood, also known in this saga as Agent 003, Gwendoline Christie could do something radically transformative and possibly help open the door for further literary pieces to be adapted.

It’s all pie in the sky at this moment, as the actual facts are only available for the eyes of those in the driver’s seat. So, for now, we’ll just have to wait and see what and see if Gwendoline Christie is snatched up by the 007 franchise. Here's hoping her agent will start making some calls. Also, while you wait for further updates, stream the James Bond films with a Prime Video subscription.

Spoiler alert! This story contains major spoilers for “Cold Harbor,” the Season 2 finale of Severance. If you’re not caught up, stream the series with an Apple TV+ subscription and then continue reading.

One of the biggest questions that Severance left us with after Season 1 was, “What’s up with the goats?” It felt unlikely that Season 2 would tell us why there were goats on Lumon’s severed floor, no less provide a satisfying explanation. However, not only did we meet Gwendoline Christie’s Lorne, the head of Mammalians Nurturable, and her herd on the episodes that aired on the 2025 TV schedule, but the finale disclosed their purpose. It was a scary and emotional reveal, and Christie sat down with CinemaBlend to talk it out.

Gwendoline Christie was one of several big names to join one of the biggest shows on Apple TV+’s schedule this year. Her role was pretty significant, too, as Lorne was in charge of raising the goats (like Emile, full of verve and wiles) to be sacrificed to usher human spirits (like Gemma’s) to Kier’s door. Before Drummond (Ólafur Darri Ólafsson) could take Emile’s life, however, Lorne wearily asked how many more of her kids she would lose, and Christie told our own Riley Utley why it seemed Lorne had reached her breaking point:

Radical action was, indeed, taken. Mark S. unwittingly interrupted the ceremony, and a brutal fight broke out between the Lumon exec and the Macrodat. Gwendoline Christie’s character ultimately went full Brienne of Tarth on Drummond’s ass, saving Mark and, of course, Emile.

I am blown away by Gwendoline Christie’s take on this revelatory moment, and why she finally felt compelled (or broken enough) to stand up against Lumon’s cruelty. We asked Gwendoline Christie if Lorne was concerned that she might face consequences for the rebellion, to which she replied:

Gosh, the innies may have just half a life, but there’s no question their hearts operate at full capacity.

There were a lot of beautiful and heartbreaking moments on the Severance Season 2 finale, including Milchick’s A-MAZ-ING performance with the marching band of Choreography & Merriment and when Gemma watched Mark choose Helly R. over her in those gut-wrenching final moments. However, we’d be quite the fetid moppet to let Gwendoline Christie’s performance be forgotten in all of it.

The actress showcased Lorne’s grief for her lost goats in a way that made her uprising against Mr. Drummond make so much sense. We may have only learned the reason behind the goats, but Lorne’s face showed us that the ritualistic killings were nothing new for her.

Hopefully we haven’t seen the end of Lorne, as Severance is returning for a third season, albeit with some exciting creative changes. Stay tuned.

Spoiler alert! This story includes major spoilers for the Severance Season 2 finale. If you’re not caught up, get that Apple TV+ subscription up and running before continuing to read here.

It seems like just yesterday we were bemoaning the fact that it had been three years since Severance left us with that brutal Season 1 cliffhanger, and yet, here we are. A 10-episode second season has come and gone on the 2025 TV schedule, and fans are processing all of the events in some amazing ways. From Milchick’s unexpected marching band breakdown to the spot-on comparisons between Gwendoline Christie’s goat woman and her Game of Thrones character Brienne of Tarth.

Gwendoline Christie Is Kicking A-- And Taking Names In Every Severance And Game Of Thrones

Severance fans went wild with theories about the goats following Season 1, and praise Kier, because Ben Stiller, Dan Erickson, et al. delivered on the promise of goat-related answers in Season 2. After being introduced in Episode 3 as Lorne, the head of the Mammalians Nurturable division, Gwendoline Christie's character returned in the finale, and she ultimately helped Mark subdue Mr. Drummond in an effort to save Gemma (and Emile the goat!).

Fans like meghan__ho couldn’t help but compare the Severance finale fight scene with the Game of Thrones Season 4 battle between Brienne and The Hound:

Gwendoline Christie may be making a bit of a name for herself in TV finale fights, and I don’t hate it. I’d have to say I agree with X (Twitter) user Andrew Solende that TV doesn’t get much better than these two scenes, as he wrote:

It would seem that working with the Wednesday actress is as fulfilling as you’d hope, because even Adam Scott seemed star-struck by Gwendoline Christie, telling CinemaBlend that “everything” about the Game of Thrones star was his favorite thing about her.

And Mr. Milchick’s Band Played On

Another huge moment in the Severance Season 2 finale — apart from Gemma’s heartbreaking final scene — came after Mark S. completed the Cold Harbor file. A fog machine was triggered, as was I when “Sirius” (the anthem of every of ‘90s-era NBA/Michael Jordan fan) began to play. After an awkward bit between Mr. Milchick and an animatronic Kier, a marching band from Choreography and Merriment began to play, and again, fans lost their minds on social media:

Some accused the Severance crew of adding “filler” to the final episode with its extended musical scene. OK, did we actually need several minutes of Tramell Tillman’s Mr. Milchick dancing to a marching band’s version of the Kier anthem? The answer is yes, absolutely we needed that, end of discussion. I think this fan agrees:

Those musicians had a job to do, and it didn’t matter that Helly and Dylan trapped Milchick in the bathroom. The band played on through all the chaos, as another X user noted:

I was unsure whether we'd see Irving or Dylan in the season finale, as both of their stories seemingly wrapped in Episode 9, and as disappointed as I was to be right about John Turturro’s character, I was so pleased that Zach Cherry was back. Not only did his innie inspire his outie to be a better man, but he came through like a hero for his fellow innies, and I love this hype video honoring him as the king he is:

There was quite a lot to process in the Season 2 finale and in Severance’s second season as a whole. We know so much more about Lumon, and now of course we have even more questions. We’ll likely have plenty of time to mull over those questions, rewatch the series again and theorize over plot points big and small before Severance Season 3 returns with some huge creative changes.

Spoilers for Severance Season 2, Episode 3 are ahead! Read with caution…

When Gwendoline Christie was cast in Season 2 of Severance, I immediately got excited for Ben Wyatt. Yes, you read that correctly, I was thrilled for a character who isn’t even on this fantastic Apple TV+ show. However, the reason behind it is Adam Scott plays both Ben on Parks and Rec and Mark on Severance, and Ben is a massive Game of Thrones fan. Excitingly, the actor behind Mark was just as thrilled about Brienne of Tarth joining the cast of the show currently airing on the 2025 TV schedule, and I love how Ben-coded his excitement is.

Being the massive Parks and Rec fan that I am, I was thrilled when Gwendoline Christie joined the Severance cast, because I knew both Ben and Adam Scott are massive GOT fans. Plus, her character in the Apple TV+ show, Lorne, plays a big role in the wild goat subplot that I’ve been dying to see more of. So, when I interviewed Scott about Season 2 for CinemaBlend, I asked him about working with the Brienne of Tarth actress, and he excitedly said:

I can’t think of a more Ben Wyatt-coded response. If he had met Christie, I think he might have fainted, and he 100% would have been in awe of her skill and talent, just like Scott was. If you don’t believe me, review the Parks and Rec scene of Ben sitting on the Iron Throne, and then tell me it doesn’t emit the same eagerness as Scott’s response above:

As you can see, Ben is like the No. 1 fan of Game of Thrones and its cast, and Adam Scott has the same kind of enthusiasm in real life, which makes this moment in Severance truly iconic from a BTS perspective.

To make matters better, the scene Christie shared with Scott and Helly actress Britt Lower was wild. In Episode 3, we are introduced to her character Lorne, and it becomes clear that she’s in charge of the department that oversees the goats at Lumon.

The scene was ominous, mysterious and dark – despite its stark white setting – and Christie was brilliantly unsettling in it as she basically interrogated Mark and Helly about why they were there. To that point, Scott also talked about working with the GOT star while being around so, so many goats, explaining:

Between the goats, the questions the goats and this department cause and the incredible back and forth between Mark and Lorne, this Severance scene is one for the history books!

However, it gets even better when you take into consideration just how big of a Game of Thrones fan Adam Scott is and how it harkens directly back to the other character and show he’s best known for, Ben Wyatt and Parks and Rec. Talk about worlds colliding.

Earlier this summer, the internet was obsessed with actors who they thought looked like “sexy rats,” and for ages, there’s been a lot of chatter about people falling for celebrities who aren't necessarily considered "conventional" crushes. Now, a thread on Reddit has gone viral about the topic of unconventional crushes, and their choices and reasoning for them are A+.

Considering House of the Dragon just wrapped up its second season on the 2024 TV schedule, let’s start this round-up from this Reddit thread with @mismorningstaarr’s pick. They went for Matt Smith, and when we’re thinking about him specifically as Daemon Targaryen, I can see why they wrote this:

Like Matt Smith, Willem Dafoe’s filmography is filled with quirky characters – I’m thinking about Poor Things, The Lighthouse, and even Spider-Man – and bold choices, which is why @AudreySimmons85 wrote:

I think they’re so right! I adore Willem Dafoe!

The choices continued as @Accomplished_Egg6239’s pick was one of Parks and Recreation’s best guest stars. Best known for her supporting roles and voicing Marcel the Shell, Jenny Slate is a star, and I totally agree with this person:

There was a lot of passion behind this next pick, which tracks considering he’s a beloved actor who won four Emmys for playing Tyrion Lannister in the Game of Thrones cast and has gone on to prove his range and charisma through quite the catalog of roles. @xiahabi wrote:

Staying on the Game of Thrones train, @Level_99_Healer gave some love to Brienne of Tarth, writing:

There was a lot of appreciation for Jack Black after @GGATHELMIL named him. @raccoonlovechild gave their reasoning for this choice in the comments, writing:

From really leaning into the hilarious “Peaches” discourse when the Super Mario Bros. Movie came out, to dancing and singing on the red carpet of the Kung Fu Panda 4 premiere, Black has proven this point in dividends over the last year alone. However, his whole career is a giant highlight reel of this…I mean we all saw The Holiday, it was impossible not to fall for him.

This list was full of incredible comedians, and it showcased that there’s something so attractive about a good sense of humor. @SamsaraBug showed some love for a beloved SNL alum, writing:

Along the same lines, @Take-to-the-highways posted about their favorite actors (especially those who are naturally funny), noting the lead actor of Better Call Saul is their top choice:

Shifting gears, there was also many who posted about crushes they have on actors who have played darker and more sinister roles. For example, @koalasarecute22 chose a legendary actor from the Harry Potter cast as their crush, writing:

We’ll end on an incredibly timely pick considering the hit that is Fallout. Many of us fell in love with The Ghoul on the Amazon Prime show, and in return, Walton Goggins found a whole new group of admirers. While I don’t know if @maverick1ba fell in love with the actor because of one of Prime Video’s best shows, I do agree with their sentiment now that I’ve seen the video game adaptation:

Overall, all these picks are incredible, and in a lot of cases, the reasoning for them is hilarious and relatable.

Attractiveness is more than just looks, and don’t get me wrong, all these people are good-looking, but there’s so much more to them! While they may be considered unconventional choices at first, all these people deserve all the love in the world.

It’s been over a decade since we were introduced to one of the most badass Game of Thrones characters, Brienne of Tarth. Played by the wonderfully talented Gwendoline Christie, she entered Season 2 as a highly trained warrior which wasn’t commonly seen among women in Westeros. Now, five years after the Game of Thrones finale, Christie opened up about her beloved character and finally addressed one moment from the series that surprised fans.

Game of Thrones is not exactly the type of show that’s filled with too many feel-good scenes. Given the number of shocking moments GOT has given audiences with its gruesome character deaths, it makes any endearing moment on the show all the more memorable. When looking back on her epic character, Gwendoline Christie spoke to Radio Times about one Brienne of Tarth moment people were surprised by:

I can understand why people were surprised to see Brienne of Tarth not hide her smile in one of Season 8’s best moments. We normally didn't see the honorable warrior light up too much. Can you blame her? She battled dark forces to protect the people she served and had been a survivor of bullying due to her muscular appearance not being one of the typical women of Westeros. This is all the more reason why Brienne getting knighted was a moment worthy of a smile, because she finally got respect and recognition for her strength and skills.

After her standout performance in Game of Thrones, Gwendoline Christie continued playing strong female characters. She joined The Hunger Games: Mockingjay as Commander Lyme, she was the fan-favorite Captain Phasma in Star Wars, and she was part of Tim Burton’s Wednesday as Principal Larissa Weems. Despite having moved on from the adapted George R.R. Martin series, it doesn’t mean Christie doesn’t still hold Brienne of Tarth close to her heart, as she said:

The HBO series truly did a great job telling Brienne of Tarth’s story to make her such a fan favorite. By the end of the series, Gwendoline Christie's character was a well-respected knight and the commander of Bran’s Kingsguard. She was a character who knew who she was and never conformed to societal pressure around her to be anything less. And I love her explanation of that smile we got when she achieved what she'd been working toward.

Gwendoline Christie admits years after Game of Thrones that fans were surprised to see Brienne of Tarth smiling the moment she was knighted. I’m sure fans smiled along with the warrior who went from suffering a tough upbringing to finally achieving her lifelong dream of being a knight. Feel free to rewatch Brienne getting knighted and other epic moments of hers in the Emmy Award-winning series with a Max subscription.

It’s been over two years since Severance — one of the best Apple TV+ original series — left viewers with that wild Season 1 cliffhanger, and now we finally know when we will see what’s next for Mark Scout and the rest of his severed colleagues at Lumon Industries. Severance Season 2 will return on January 17, 2025, Apple TV+ announced, and that’s not all. A sneak peek (which you can see above) gives us a glimpse of the chaos that awaits, including a first look at new cast member Gwendoline Christie. I can’t help but wonder if she’s going to help us figure out what’s up with those goats?

Gwendoline Christie is one of several major additions to the Severance Season 2 cast, with the Game of Thrones veteran joining the ensemble that includes Adam Scott, Zach Cherry, Britt Lower and John Turturro. Details of Christie’s character haven’t been released, but in the sneak peek, we see her tell someone (seemingly Mark and Helly), “You should have left.” It seems she’s definitely in the know about what’s going on at Lumon Industries, but how much is she involved? Were her words a threat or a warning?

From the fluorescent lighting and what looks like an employee badge, I’m assuming she’s inside Lumon. However, in addition to the typical business attire we’ve seen from its employees, Gwendoline Christie’s character appears to be wearing an apron of some sort under her blazer and a kerchief in her hair. Could she be part of a maintenance or cleaning crew? Taking care of baby goats also could be a pretty messy job that requires some extra layers, am I right?

The rest of the new video is just as cryptic, showing mere flashes of Season 2, including what has to be Helly’s Outie walking alone down a corridor after her Innie outed Lumon’s treatment of its severed employees. I can’t wait to dig deeper into Helly’s role in everything. We also see Dylan entering possibly a new area of Lumon, a flipbook of what appears to be drawings of Christopher Walken’s Burt, and a shot of Irving with his head thrown back in laughter.

Tramell Tillman’s Milchick is back, as we see him running down the hallway again, and Helly is shown crawling down Lumon’s halls for reasons unknown. As expected, it looks like we’re going to get more time with Mark outside the office, as Adam Scott’s character is shown outdoors looking pretty terrified, and an overhead shot shows three unknown people all running from (or chasing) something.

It’s hard to know at this point what any of it means, but there’s no doubt fans will start poring over this look at Season 2 and begin forming more wild theories about Gwendoline Christie’s role and the microdata refiners’ fates.

Along with the Star Wars actress, Season 2 adds John Noble, Bob Balaban, Robby Benson, Stefano Carannante, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson, Alia Shawkat and Merritt Wever. We’ll also see Jen Tullock, Michael Chernus, Dichen Lachman and Patricia Arquette reprising their roles from Season 1.

As little as the Severance Season 2 sneak peek tells us, I’m more excited than ever to get back into that unhinged world. The only drawback is knowing we still have months to wait until its release. However, that means we have plenty of time to get caught up or refreshed on the TV series’ most shocking moments, including when we learned the identity of Helly’s outie and that big twist regarding Mark’s wife.

Severance’s first season can be streamed with an Apple TV+ subscription, and keep an eye on the 2024 TV schedule to see what’s coming soon.

Reportedly, there’s a new principal in Wednesday’s town. It’s been reported that Steve Buscemi is joining the cast of Wednesday, and apparently, he might be the new principal at Nevermore Adacemy. Coming on the heels of the death of Gwendoline Christie’s principal, this casting news marks a massive change for the school and I think it could completely alter the vibe at Nevermore. 

While the plot details of Wednesday Season 2 are still under wraps, Variety reported that Steve Buscemi is apparently joining Jenna Ortega and co. for the next set of episodes. According to their sources, the Fargo actor will be playing the new principal at Wednesday’s school. 

I don’t know about you, but going from Gwendoline Christie's Principal Weems to Steve Buscemi as Nevermore’s headmaster is the best kind of whiplash. 

One of the biggest questions coming out of Wednesday Season 1 was regarding who would take over from Principal Weems. During the twist end of the first season, Christie’s character was poisoned by Christina Ricci's Ms. Thornhill, and she died. Obviously, anything can happen, and maybe she can come back. However, she was pretty dead at the end of the season, so a new principal seems like the next logical step. 

However, when thinking of people who could replace her, I would have never thought of Steve Buscemi, because everything about them is different. 

Weems was very regal, fashionable and friendly with Wednesday. I imagine if the Boardwalk Empire actor is indeed playing the principal in the next season, he won’t be any of these things in the same way Christie was. I can see him being a more ominous and conniving principal, and for some reason, I feel like he and Wednesday would not get along. 

While this will obviously be a massive change if it proves to be true, it’s also a welcome one. The finale of Wednesday’s first season solved the primary mystery and set up new challenges for our titular character. With a principal slot vacant, it makes sense that they’d bring in someone who could make Nevermore feel like a different school. Seeing how the kids handle that will undoubtedly make the upcoming installment even more interesting, and I’d love to see Buscemi and Ortega go toe to toe. 

Jenna Ortega has said there will be more horror in Season 2, and she will be doing more behind the scenes on Wednesday after addressing aspects of the show that “made no sense to her.” Adding The Big Lebowski actor to the cast would help the show really evolve from Season 1, and it’d add a level of unpredictability to an already unpredictable show that I’d love. 

As we learn more about the role Steve Buscemi might play on Wednesday, we’ll be sure to keep you posted. In the meantime, you can stream Season 1 of the series to see Gwendoline Christie’s take on Nevermore’s principal with a Netflix subscription. 

HBO's Game of Thrones ran for eight legendary seasons, airing 73 episodes in total. The sprawling epic included dozens of storylines and even more characters. According to IMDB, 843 different actors appeared on the show, including these 32 who appeared in the most episodes. 

There are some surprising characters that don't appear on this list, like Ramsey Bolton (Iwan Rheon), his father Roose Bolton (Michael McElhatton), Ollena Tyrell (Diane Rigg), and, of course, Ned Stark (Sean Bean), and Khal Drogo (Jason Momoa), who didn't live long enough to be on it. 

Warning: Spoiler alerts of course! 

Tyrion Lannister - 67 Episodes

Peter Dinklage's character, Tyrion Lannister, appears in more episodes than any other character on Game of Thrones. The cleverest member of the Lannister clan appeared in 67 of the 73 episodes. He's introduced in the very first episode and makes it all the way to the last one. 

Cersei Lannister - 62 Episodes

The villain we all loved to hate, Cersei Lannister (Lena Headey) appeared in an amazing 62 episodes. For a character that was in the middle of all the palace intrigue, who made as many enemies as Cersei did, it's a wonder she made it as far as she did. Like her siblings, Cersei was introduced in the first episode of the show, and made it to the 72nd episode, when she was killed when the Red Keep collapsed on her and her brother Jaime. 

Daenerys Targaryen - 62 Episodes

Daenerys Targaryen's character arc from the meek sister of a pretender king to a strong leader to a bloodthirsty tyrant is one of the most controversial arcs in TV history. It all began in the first episode of the series and ended in the controversial final episode. Emilia Clarke's character was in a total of 62 episodes over that time. 

Jon Snow - 62 Episodes

The broody Jon Snow (Kit Harington), has one of the craziest storylines of the series, taking him from Winterfell to The Wall, to the Red Keep, and everywhere in between. Audiences met Jon in the first episode, along with the rest of the Starks, and he makes it all the way to the end. It might not have ended for Jon the way some people wanted, but at least he's alive at the show's conclusion. 

Sansa Stark - 59 Episodes

Another character with an insane story arc is Sansa Stark (Sophie Turner). It unfolds over 59 episodes, starting with the first and ending with the last. She goes from a sweet summer child in the beginning, to one of the toughest and coldest leaders in The North by the end. Sansa has a brutal life over the course of the series, but it leads to somewhere great. 

Arya Stark - 59 Episodes

Viewers first met the second youngest Stark child, Arya (Maisie Williams), in the first episode when King Robert came to visit Winterfell. Through 59 episodes over all eight seasons, Arya turns into one of the best assassins in Westeros after her travels take her from her home up north, to King's Landing, to Braavos, and back again, finally ending up at Winterfell for one of the biggest moments of the series, when she takes out the Night King. 

Jaime Lannister - 55 Episodes

It's no surprise that Jaime Lannister (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) is on this list, with 55 episodes. Jaime and his sister Cersei first appeared in the premiere, making quite a mark for the things he would do for love. He also has one of the least satisfying story arcs, after ditching Lady Brienne to return to his toxic relationship with his sister. The Kingslayer almost finds redemption before giving it all up for misguided love. 

Jorah Mormont - 52 Episodes

Ser Jorah Mormont (Iain Glen), Daenerys' faithful guard makes it 52 episodes in Game of Thrones. He appears by his queen's side in the first episode and through eight seasons of ups and downs, including a long banishment from Daenerys' Queens Guard. In the end, Jorah gets the noble death he deserves in the second episode of Season 8, defending the Mother of Dragons in the Battle of Winterfell against the White Walkers.

Samwell Tarly - 48 Episodes

Jon Snow's most loyal companion is Samwell Tarly (John Bradley). Jon meets Sam at Castle Black in the fourth episode of Season 1 and they remain the best of friends until the end. After a journey that takes him all over Westeros, Sam makes it to the end of the final episode. 

Theon Greyjoy - 47 Episodes

Possibly no one had a rougher time in Game of Thrones than Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen). That's not to say he didn't deserve some of the unspeakable things that happened to him, as he was pretty awful from the time we met in the first episode until he finally redeems himself in Season 8. Like so many others, Theon falls at the Battle of Winterfell after defending Bran for as long as he can. Theon made it a total of 47 episodes. 

Varys - 46 Episodes

Lord Varys, the Spider, played by Conleth Hill, is always lurking in the shadows. For 46 episodes of Game of Thrones, he is mixing things up behind the scenes. Audiences first meet the Master of Whisperers when Ned Stark attends his first small council meeting in Episode 3 of Season 1. Varys is still helping make decisions for the realm in the final episode of the series. 

Davos Seaworth - 42 Episodes

Ser Davos Seaworth (Liam Cunningham), the pirate-turned-knight is a fan favorite who first appeared in Episode 1 of Season 2 as an advisor to Stannis Baratheon. Though he comes from humble beginnings, he rises all the way to Master of Ships under King Bran in the final episode of the show. 

Brienne Of Tarth - 42 Episodes

One of the most noble people in all of Westeros is Brienne of Tarth, played by Gwendoline Christie. We don't meet Brienne until Episode 3 of Season 2, but from there, she becomes a key character in a number of different stories. She has one of the most satisfying conclusions when she is named Commander of the King's Guard in the final episode. 

Petyr "Littlefinger" Baelish - 41 Episodes

Aidan Gillen's character, Petyr Baelish, better known by his nickname, Littlefinger, plays a massive role in the battle for the throne throughout the series. As Master of Coin, viewers first meet Littlefinger in Episode 3 of Season 1. Though he puts himself in danger a number of times with his conniving actions, he makes it 42 episodes, before dying at the hands of Arya in the Season 7 finale.   

Bran Stark - 40 Episodes

Bran Stark (Isaac Hempstead Wright) plays one of the most pivotal roles throughout the run of Game of Thrones. In a way, he is responsible for everything that happens after he is thrown from the window by Jaime at the end of the very first episode, and in the end, it's Bran that becomes King at the end of the series, which surprised most fans of the show.

Sandor "The Hound" Clegane - 38 Episodes

Rory McCann's portrayal of Sandor "The Hound" Clegane is one of the best on the show. He's funny, tough, scary, and sometimes, even kind. It's a hard line to walk for an actor and McCann does it brilliantly for 38 episodes, from the first in the series until the second-to-last episode when he dies with his brother, The Mountain. 

Missandei - 38 Episodes 

Daenerys Targaryen's righthand woman, Missandei (Nathalie Emmanuel), is one of the most loyal people on the show, serving Dany as both an advisor and a good friend. Fans first meet Missandei in the first episode of Season 3 and watch her through 38 episodes, until she is killed on Cersei's order in Episode 4 of Season 8.

Bronn - 37 Episodes

Jerome Flynn's Bronn is the ultimate survivor. While he's a sellsword when we first meet him, when he fights as Tyrion's champion for his trial by combat at the Eyrie in Episode 4 of Season 1, he ends up a high lord and Master of Coin by the end of the series after appearing in 37 episodes, right down to the final one. 

Podrick Payne - 35 Episodes

Podrick Payne (Daniel Portman) is a ladies' man, which is one of the funniest recurring jokes on Game of Thrones. He's also a loyal squire to Brienne until he is promoted to the Kingsguard in the final episode. The popular Podrick appears in 35 episodes in total, from Episode 2 of Season 2, until the end. 

Grey Worm - 34 Episodes

Grey Worm (Jacob Anderson) is the former slave, freed by Dany, and becomes Dany's most loyal soldier. He appears in a total of 34 episodes, starting in Season 3 and making it to the final episode and living to see another day. 

Eddison Tollett - 34 Episodes

Viewers first meet Eddison Tollett (Ben Crompton) in Episode 1 of Season 2 as a member of the Night's Watch. Always faithful to Jon Snow, Edd is a key member of the watch, though not a major character in the show. Still, he appears in 34 episodes, until his death at the Battle of Winterfell in Season 8.

Tormund Giantsbane - 33 Episodes

Everyone's favorite Wildling warrior, Tormund, played by Kristofer Hivju, appears in 33 episodes. We meet him later in the series, in Episode 1 of Season 3, but luckily for everyone, he makes it to the end, traveling with Jon Snow north of what's left of The Wall to live with the other Wildlings. 

Grand Maester Pycelle - 31 Episodes

Grand Maester Pycelle, played by the great Julian Glover, is a weaseling character, loyal to the Lannisters. That is, until he is betrayed by Cersei and her defrocked Maester, Qyburn. Still, he appears in 31 episodes from Season 1 until his death in Season 6. 

Melisandre - 29 Episodes

As despicable as Melisandre (Carice van Houten) is, it's remarkable that she survives until Season 8. Appearing in a total of 29 episodes, the Red Woman's allegiances change a couple of times, though nothing will ever excuse what she did to Stannis' daughter. 

Tywin Lannister - 27 Episodes

Charles Dance's performance as Tywin Lannister is one of the best in all of Game Of Thrones. Over 27 episodes from Season 1 through his death in the privy in Season 8, Tywin is a villain everyone loves to hate. 

Gilly - 27 Episodes

Gilly (Hannah Murray) is one of the most sympathetic characters in the brutal world of Games of Thrones. The former Wildling daughter/wife of Craster escapes with Sam and her son and they survive together until the very end of show. Gilly appears in 27 episodes from Season 2 through the finale. 

Margaery Tyrell - 26 Episodes

Margaery Tyrell, played by Natalie Dormer, is a polarizing character in Game of Thrones. She has a knack for playing the game well and married not one, but two kings throughout her 26-episode run between Seasons 1 and 6, but ultimately she is outplayed by Cersei when she is killed in the Sept of Baelor explosion. 

Joffrey Baratheon - 26 episodes

There is no question that Joffrey Baratheon (Jack Gleeson) is one of the greatest villains on Game of Thrones and in TV history. Almost from the moment audiences met him in the first episode, we hated him. That hatred only grew over the next 26 episodes that he appears in, until finally, we all get what we wanted when he is poisoned at his own wedding. 

Catelyn Stark - 25 episodes

Maybe the most tragic character on Game of Thrones is Stark matriarch Catelyn Stark (Michelle Fairley). She sees her husband die, her daughter held hostage, and her son Robb die. It's all too much for her take by the end of her 25-episode arc when she dies at the Red Wedding, after being introduced in the fist episode. 

Barristan Selmy - 25 episodes

Barristan Selmy (Ian McElhinney) is another close advisor to Dany. Though not as close to her as Jorah, he's still an important member of her Queen's Guard after his banishment from Joffrey's Kings Guard. His run lasted for 25 episodes until he is killed helping Grey Worm against the Sons of the Harpy.

Gregor "The Mountain" Clagane - 24 Episodes

Sandor Cleagane's brother, Gregor "The Mountain" Cleagane, is a knight of few words. Eventually, after his poisoning in a trial by combat, he's a man of no words. He's still one of the most fearsome knights in the realm. Three different actors played The Mountain throughout the 24 episodes he appeared in, Conan Stevens (Season 1) Ian Whyte (Season 2), and Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson (Seasons 4-8).

Gendry Baratheon - 24 Episodes

Although we meet the illegitimate son of King Robert, Gendry (Joe Dempsie) in Season 1, his character arc takes him in and out of the series, and despite appearing in seven of the eight seasons, he only shows up in 24 episodes. 

There are a handful of characters that just missed the cut here, like Ramsey Bolton, Robb Stark, and Stannis Baratheon, and a whole lot more fan favorites that are way down the list because they appeared in far fewer shows than you'd guess. But these are the characters that appeared the most. 

The brand new, revamped and rebooted DC Universe (DCU) has opened up endless possibilities. A new Superman has already been cast and is ready to take flight in the first movie in the new universe, which is replacing the old DC Extended Universe (DCEU). 

Producer James Gunn has shown he has a clear vision to wipe away most of the past and move forward with new actors and new stories, so for the purposes of this daydreaming, we're going to leave out the great actors who have appeared in DC-related films in the past, including the most recent movies starring the likes of Jason Momoa, Gal Gadot, and Ben Affleck, though we're not against them returning, too. 

Ryan Gosling

Ryan Gosling is one of the biggest stars in the world, and also one of the most versatile actors in Hollywood. He's the kind of actor you could cast in almost any role and you just know he'd hit it out of the park. He could play a hero or a villain and audiences would be transfixed no matter what. We probably want him as one of the most famous heroes though, someone befitting his star status. 

Daisy Ridley

We know she can carry a franchise, and we know she's a tough woman, so Daisy Ridley just has to find her way into the DCU. Of course, she'd have to be a hero, but who knows, maybe a change of pace from the Star Wars movies could be cool and she could play a villain. Either way, she has to have powers greater than The Force. 

Tom Cruise

It's time. It's hard to believe Tom Cruise has never been in a superhero movie. One of, in not the, biggest action stars of the last few decades still has that "hole" on his resume and it's time it got filled. Of course, we'd all love to see Cruise as a hero, but it would be awesome for him to be in any role, even a cameo like his turn in Tropic Thunder. Just get him in there, James Gunn! 

Jennifer Lawrence

Sure, Jennifer Lawrence appeared in the X-Men franchise, but that was years ago, and the comic book movie scene is a whole lot different today. Lawrence is a perfect fit for any number of roles, and even though she's great as Mystique, what about a hero as big as Wonder Woman or Black Canary? Surely she'd be fantastic. 

John Krasinski

John Krasinski delighted fans with his cameo as Dr. Reed Richards in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. MCU fans have been dying to see him as Mister Fantastic in the Fantastic 4 in the future, but so far, there's only been cold water thrown on the idea. That opens up the DCU for the former The Office star and he needs to step in. 

Zendaya

There isn't a bigger star on the scene right now than Zendaya. Sure, she's played MJ in the MCU and Spider-Man movies, but let's give her some real superpowers and let her run wild in the DCU. 

Jacob Elordi

Sure, Jacob Elordi says he's not interested in playing a superhero, having turned down an opportunity to read for Superman in the new DCU, but that doesn't mean we can't dream, right? There are so many heroes in the universe he could play. Elordi has been a hit in recent years with his role on HBO's Euphoria and movies like Saltburn and Pricilla, so he doesn't really need to be in the DCU, but we need him to be. 

Timothée Chalamet

Timothée Chalamet has a knack for picking great roles for himself. At this point, he can pick and choose anything he wants, given how often his movies are hits. Chalamet could probably just tell James Gunn what role he wanted and they'd find a way for it to happen. So let's do it! 

Meryl Streep

Let's be real, there is nothing Meryl Streep can't do. The greatest actor of her generation, bar none, and yet, she's never appeared in a superhero movie. She's flirted with the idea, according to some reports, and she even did the Wakanda salute at the 2024 Golden Globes, but alas, we still haven't seen her in one. The new DCU must have a spot for her, right?

Patina Miller

Patina Miller has won a Tony and she's starred in two hit shows (Madam Secretary and Power Book III: Raising Kanan), but she hasn't broken big on the big screen, aside from an important but too-brief role in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, and it's time that changed. She looks like a superhero and can act her socks off, so let's make it happen, let's make her a star in the DCU. 

Adam Driver

As Kylo Ren in the Star Wars sequels, Adam Driver showed he could play a first-rate villain. Now it's time to see him play a hero. Any hero, pick one, it doesn't matter, he'd kill it. Batman? For sure. Superman? Well, that role is taken, but yes. Aquaman? Oh yes. Martian Manhunter? Check. Wonder Woman? Sure, why not, he's got the hair for it. Let's go! 

Mark Wahlberg

Mark Wahlberg may be aging gracefully and while he says he's ready to play grandpa roles, we think he'll never be too old for a spot in the DCU. Somehow he's never been in either the MCU or any of the DC-related properties, so the time is right. 

Cailee Spaeny

She may not jump off the page as a possible superhero, but don't forget that Cailee Spaeny starred in Pacific Rim Uprising and clearly has the chops to be in a big action flick. She's an up-and-coming superstar and jumping into the DCU now would be perfect timing. 

Alan Ritchson

Reacher's Alan Ritchson is over six feet tall and built like a monster truck, is there anyone in Hollywood more perfect to play an intimidating villain in a comic book movie? Sure, he could play a superhero, too, but being a villain would be an awesome departure from his character on Reacher and it would be a ton a fun. And again, just look at the guy! 

Sterling K. Brown

Sterling K. Brown had an all-too-brief role as T'Chala's traitorous brother N'Jobu in Black Panther and it's high time he gets a chance to sink his teeth into a bigger superhero role. How about John Stewart/Green Lantern in the DCU? Brown has even campaigned for the role, so really, it's a perfect opportunity to get him into the DC Universe, it needs to happen, so we're putting it out there into the universe again. 

Peter Dinklage

Peter Dinklage has dabbled in superhero movies in the past, playing the villain, Bolivar Trask, in X-Men: Days of Future Past, as Eitri in Avengers: Infinity War, and as the Toxic Avenger, but it leaves us all wanting more. Let's be honest here, anything Dinklage does is awesome, so getting him into the DCU somehow would be amazing. He's also pretty good at carrying a wildly popular franchise, as he proved with Game of Thrones.

Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson has done it all, except star in a comic book movie. Henson is one of the best actors of her generation and yet, she's got this hole in her resume that, let's be honest, we all want to see filled. The DCU would be a perfect place for her to land, in just about any role, superhero, villain, regular human... anything, just get her in there! 

Charlize Theron

Audiences were teased with a Charlize Theron character in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, and the actress stars in the Old Guard franchise, but she's not appeared in any DC-related projects yet and she sure deserves to. We'd love to see her in any number of roles, as she can play just about anything. 

Jason Statham

He's one of the biggest action stars in the world, and yet Jason Statham hasn't appeared in the MCU or anything DC-related. This is something that must be remedied! How about Cliff Steele/Robotman, whose origin story comes out of a race car crash, which would dovetail perfectly with Statham's past work as star of The Transporter movies and in the Fast franchise?

Jodie Comer

Jodie Comer has been taking the world by storm over the last few years and that means it's time to find her way into the DCU. Comer could be great in the MCU, but the possibilities in the DCU are endless and for someone like her, on the rise in Hollywood, the sky's the limit. 

Don Cheadle

Don Cheadle is pretty entrenched in the MCU, where he's played James "Rhodey" Rhodes/War Machine 10 times in various movies and TV shows. Still, Cheadle is awesome, and there has to be a way to get him into the DCU, too. He'd need to play a completely different kind of character, like a villain, but we're for it. 

Jenna Ortega

Wednesday star Jenna Ortega is clearly ready for the big time. She'd be great as Aquagirl, or, even better, the villain Lourdes Lucero/Encantadora. There are a lot of options, let's hope she fits into one, because it would be great. 

Zoe Saldaña

Zoe Saldaña is another star that most fans immediately associate with The Guardians of the Galaxy and the MCU, but with the Guardians franchise possibly winding down, and the franchise's director, James Gunn, now in charge over at DC, this could be a good time to switch it up for Saldaña, as there are a lot of different heroes she would be great for. 

Josh Gad

Hear us out. Josh Gad may not be the first person you think of when you think of an action movie or a comic book movie, but some of the best casting decisions are sometimes the ones you least expect. Think Michael Keaton as Batman or even Robert Downey, Jr. as Iron Man. Gad, with his blend of humor and "everyman" qualities, can be pretty chameleon-like and that could make him perfect for the DCU. 

Gwendoline Christie

How has this happened? How have we gotten dozens of superhero movies in the last couple of decades and Gwendoline Christie hasn't been in any of them? Sure, she's got the physique to play any hero out there, but it's her wit and comedic timing combined with that that makes the Game of Thrones star a no-brainer. This seems too easy.

Naomie Harris

Naomie Harris jumped into the comic book world by playing Shriek in Venom: Let There Be Carnage. She was predictably great, so why not have her cast as a character with a multi-film arc? She should be. With the James Bond Universe in flux with the departure of Daniel Craig, this would be a great time for Harris to find a new franchise to get attached to. 

Daniel Kaluuya

Black Panther star Daniel Kaluuya (who also starred as a real-life Black Panther in Judas and the Black Messiah) is an actor who could fit into the DCU in just about any role. He could be a charming hero, or an evil villain, or even a government bureaucrat. Kaluuya's acting toolbox has a lot of options, the DCU will do well to take advantage of that somehow. 

Natalie Dormer

Natalie Dormer is a veteran of a lot of big-time franchises. Game of Thrones, Hunger Games, and even the MCU. Unfortunately, she was in fewer Game of Thrones episodes than you would think, and her appearances in the other two were also fairly brief. The DCU has a great opportunity to feature her in a much larger role. 

Donald Glover

This is another absolute no-brainer. Donald Glover is one of the most talented and charming actors in the business, there are an endless amount of roles he could fill in the DCU, so someone out there needs to find a spot for him. 

Diego Luna

With Andor (and his other projects) Diego Luna showed the world how great he can be in a franchise. His performance was gripping, and bringing that same energy to the DCU would be fantastic. 

Jack Quaid

Let's take a sec to lament that despite starring in one of the wildest superhero franchises of all time, The Boys, Jack Quaid hasn't really had an opportunity to be a proper superhero (V-24 notwithstanding). So let's give him a proper chance here! Put him in the DCU! 

Hayden Panettiere

Save the cheerleader, save the world. It was a mantra for Heroes and it's time to see Hayden Panettiere play another superhero. She was so great in Heroes, there's no way she wouldn't be great in the DCU

The DC Universe is James Gunn's oyster, these are some of the pearls out there just waiting to be plopped onto his beach. 

While Wednesday Addams isn't much of a smiler, I bet she had to work really hard to not give the tiniest of grins about this news. Following rumors that Wednesday may go to a different streamer, the Addams Family spinoff has been renewed for Season 2 by Netflix in the most fitting way, and the cast, including Jenna Ortega, is elated. 

I must admit, Netflix announced the renewal in the most fitting way, dropping a video that features Lady Gaga’s song “Bloody Mary.” The song went viral on TikTok along with Wednesday’s moves, despite the actual song in the show being “Goo Goo Muck,” and obviously the streaming service had to pay homage to the trend that heavily influenced the series’ success. 

Following the announcement, Wednesday herself took to social media to post about her adoration for the fans of the hit series. Jenna Ortega retweeted the announcement and wrote (with a bit more love and affection than Wednesday probably would):

Following the announcement, many of Wednesday's supporting cast also posted about their excitement to return to Nevermore Academy. This includes the Addams Family matriarch, Morticia Addams, Catherine Zeta-Jones posted the video Netflix released with the loving caption: 

The Oscar-winning actress has been open and excited about her love for the show, even revealing her own daughter has a bit of Wednesday Addams in her. 

Wednesday spoilers ahead.

Along with Wednesday’s mother, the actor behind Tyler, Wednesday's crush-turned-villain, Hunter Doohan posted the video too, with the cheeky caption: 

He makes a valid point. The show has broken records, and become a major, major hit, and TikTok is to thank for a good portion of that success, in my opinion. Fans all over have been recreating Wednesday’s fashion and dance, and a professional figure skater incorporated the choreography into her routine. Lady Gaga herself also got dolled up to “dance, dance, dance” after her song went viral along with Ortega’s moves. 

Gwendoline Christie, who played the headmistress at Nevermore, posted about the renewal too. The Game of Thrones alum wrote: 

This got me wondering, her character tragically dies at the end of Season 1, so I think Christie’s involvement in Season 2. It will 100% be something to keep in mind when hypothesizing over the questions posed following Wednesday’s finale. 

Along with these three cast members who re-posted the renewal video, Emma Myers, who plays Wednesday’s BFF Enid simply put the video on her Instagram story. 

It’s safe to say Wednesday was one of the bigger hits on the 2022 TV schedule. And with the news about Season 2, the millions and millions of fans who made the show a hit are likely elated that we’ll get to go back to the creepy, kooky and all-together ooky world of Nevermore Academy. 

While there is currently no news on when Season 2 will be released, you can watch all of Wednesday’s first season with a Netflix subscription. 

Wednesday Addams and the Addams Family have been gothic fashion icons since the 1960s when the first TV series came out. Now, with the release of the Netflix series Wednesday, we’ve gotten to immerse ourselves into the imaginative world of Wednesday Addams and her adventures at Nevermore Academy. With these new adventures we’ve gotten to meet a new cast of characters and with them a slew of fabulous costumes that can be recreated in everyday life. 

From Wednesday’s absolutely iconic exclusively black and white fits to Enid's candy-colored costumes to the refined and sophisticated looks of Principal Larissa Weems there is a little something of everyone within the colorful cast of characters on Wednesday. 

So, if you’ve just finished watching one of the more highly stylized contributions to the 2022 TV schedule, this guide will help you find fun outfits inspired by the Netflix series Wednesday. 

Wednesday Addams

Wednesday Addams is truly, truly a fashion icon. Since the day Jenna Ortega was announced as the latest iteration of Wednesday Addams, it’s been clear that she’s the perfect person for the role, and her costumes truly transform her into the legendary Addams sibling. 

Not only do her costumes harken back to Wednesdays of yesteryear, they also bring the character into the 21st century. From classic dresses, to black and white checkered sweaters, to that epic dress from the dance, Wednesday truly rocks the gothic look.

We’ll start out with Wednesday’s iconic black dress: 

While this is a classic take on Wednesday's dress, there are lots of options out there that are a fun twist on the black dress. Like this one from Free People. 

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I’m sure many of you have seen, and absolutely love, Jenna Ortega’s mysterious, spooky and all-together ooky viral dance sequence that she choreographed herself. To complement the brilliant dance, she also rocked a fabulous black dress, boldly standing out from her classmates in all-white. If you’re in need of a fancy dress, and you love Wednesday’s fashion sense, this gown is perfect for you:

Obviously, we have to top it all off with some shoes. No matter what Wednesday look you go for, these black chunky dress shoes are perfect if you are trying to capture Wednesday Addams' aesthetic.  

Enid Sinclair

If you are looking for a bit more color in your wardrobe, look no further than Enid Sinclair’s wardrobe. Enid is Wednesday’s best friend and roommate, and people are absolutely loving the two’s adorable friendship. 

In an interview with Variety, Wednesday’s costume designer Colleen Atwood discusseed how they used Enid’s wardrobe to make her the perfect foil for Wednesday, saying: 

However, even though the two could not be more different, they become the cutest pair of friends, and despite Wednesday’s hard shell, you can tell she deeply cares for Enid. 

Emma Myers plays Enid, the bubbly young werewolf who loves to wear candy-colored pastels when she’s not in her Nevermore uniform. If you dig her style, you can pick up some cozy pastel sweaters, inspired by her wardrobe, perfect for winter. 

Principal Larissa Weems 

If you’re looking for something a bit more sophisticated, look no further than the fabulous outfits of Principal Larissa Weems, played by the lovely Gwendoline Christie. You may know the actress from her time on Game of Thrones, but let me tell you her wardrobe on Wednesday is a complete 180 from what she wore on the popular HBO show. 

Christie recently revealed that Principal Weems’ wardrobe is inspired by Alfred Hitchcock films, and you can really tell. Her hair is always done just so, and she is consistently rocking a bright red lip, with sophisticated, neutral matching outfits. She also talked about how beautiful the wardrobe made you feel, and it can make you feel just as gorgeous too.

With all this being said, if you are looking for some staple pieces for your professional wardrobe, look no further than Principal Weems outfits on Wednesday.  

If you want to add some extra flair to your look, add a silky scarf, and a red lip, then you'll be looking just like the refined Principal Weems. 

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Nevermore Uniform 

Most of the time on Wednesday, the students are wearing their purple pinstripe Nevermore uniforms. If you are looking to subtly reference the student's everyday wear without buying a full costume, try styling a pinstripe blazer, like these black and purple ones.  

Also, if you're looking to rock some Nevermore merch, check out this embroidered crewneck. 

The costumes on Wednesday are truly some of my favorite pieces of clothing I’ve ever seen on a TV show. It’s all so stylized, and funky, but most of the pieces are also items viewers can incorporate into their everyday lives. 

So, if you’re looking for some fashion inspo, trying to find a new show to watch, or you just want to rewatch Wednesday you can do so with a Netflix subscription. 

Gwendoline Christie generated a massive fanbase when she played one of the most badass women on television in Game of Thrones. Its characters like Brienne of Tarth proved that Game of Thrones was good for women because they were able to see themselves in many different roles, including seeing a female knight fight dirty with a sword. But, it wasn’t the type of role where the 6’3” actress was able to present her femininity. With her new role in the Netflix series Wednesday, Christie spoke about how Alfred Hitchcock helped influence her new character and allowed her to feel beautiful for the first time on-screen.

Imagine getting a role request from Tim Burton, whose best movies included Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, and Batman movies, to join The Addams Family TV show Wednesday. According to an interview with EW, this was an opportunity that Christie was excited to take, and she described it her time on the Netflix series, saying:

She thanked Burton as well as her hair and makeup team for the transformation. Her favorite part about playing the role of Principal Larissa Weems in Wednesday was Burton giving her creative freedom to do whatever she wanted with the character. She had to be loyal to George R.R. Martin’s character while playing Brienne of Tarth, but getting to play this original character meant she could have a lot of creative fun with it.

Just like how Brienne of Tarth was considered an outcast in Game of Thrones, Wednesday’s Larissa Weems, the principal of Wednesday Addams’ school Nevermore Academy, was no different in the mind of Christie. The idea came to the English actress that her character was an outcast when she was a student at Nevermore Academy. She was always in the shadow of Morticia Addams. With Principal Weems now being in a position to protect a school full of outcasts like herself, the actress made a connection to and was inspired by Alfred Hitchcock. Luckily, Burton and costume designer Colleen Atwood couldn’t agree more.

Christie elaborated on why she was inspired by Hitchcock's films, talking about their "poise" and "elegance." She also said: 

With Gwendoline Christie’s bleach blonde hair wrapped up in that French twist wearing her fashionable coats, you can’t help but think of the leading ladies seen in Alfred Hitchcock movies. Hitchcock would mold these female characters into what he would define as the perfect woman. From their hair to their dresses, these women who starred his classic thrillers like The Birds and Vertigo were beautiful blonde bombshells. The Star Wars Resistance actress wanted to present this quality to her character in showcasing to audiences “the classic idea of femininity.” But at the same time, Christie would do something different with the Alfred Hitchcock influences of Kim Novak and Tippi Hedren in having Principal Weems be a character in charge of her own fate instead of letting the central characters define that. 

In order to prepare for the role of Principal Weems, Gwendoline Christie of course took it upon herself to watch movies by the “Master of Suspense” director. This was where she was able to create her character’s poise, elegance, and stance. With all of these elements and the help of working with Atwood, Christie felt “incredible” with the ability to celebrate her body and feel beautiful. It was a great collaboration between the two women, in that the 44-year-old actress gave Atwood her input into her character’s look which was welcomed and praised by the award-winning costume designer.

Gwendoline Christie’s beauty has shined in every role she’s played in, and audiences can look at this talented actress and know she’s a force to be reckoned with no matter what she's wearing. I’m very proud that Wednesday gave her the beautiful moment she wanted. You can gaze at Christie's beauty as you watch Wednesday on your Netflix subscription.

When it comes to movies that I adore, a film I always grew up watching and loving was The Addams Family, as well as its sequel. Released in the 1990s, the films were a big part of my childhood and I’m about 90% sure that they’re a part of the reason I grew up liking creepy things, like the best horror movies. I'm sure a lot of horror fans started with this kooky family. And, of course, my favorite character was Wednesday. 

Turns out, she’s just about everyone's favorite character in The Addams Family franchise, because that character has gotten her own TV series on Netflix, called Wednesday. The series follows the legendary character as she goes to the school called Nevermore, a place for misfits like herself, while discovering the secrets that the school has hidden. 

With a very large ensemble, the Wednesday cast is full of stars. Here is where you might have seen them before. 

Jenna Ortega (Wednesday Addams)

Starting off with our star, we take a look at Jenna Ortega, who plays the titular character in Wednesday. From the moment I saw Ortega in that first teaser trailer, I knew she was the perfect fit for this role, and with her background, it’s even better. 

While Ortega got her start on children’s television shows, mainly on the Disney Channel, she only started to grow in popularity as she began to appear in more adult roles. She had a main character role in Season 2 of You on Netflix, and has established herself as a scream queen with roles in both 2022’s Scream (a role she is reprising in Scream 6), and in the gory A24 film, X. 

Truly, she may be young, but this actress is just getting started, and I’m sure this is not the last time we are going to see her. 

Gwendoline Christie (Principle Larissa Weems)

Next up on the list is Gwendoline Christie, who portrays the leader of Nevermore, Principle Larissa Weems, in Wednesday. The actress is probably most known for her role in the Game of Thrones cast as Brienne of Tarth, a role she played for several seasons until the show concluded. 

However, Christie has done plenty of other work in the world of television. She played Lexi in Wizards vs Aliens, Lucifer in the fantasy series, The Sandman, and is set to be in the second season of Severance. She also had a role in the Star Wars universe as Captain Phasma, and appeared in films such as The Personal History of David Copperfield, Welcome to Marwen, The Darkest of Minds, and more. 

Jamie McShane (Sheriff Galpin)

Next up on the list, we have Jamie McShane, who plays Sheriff Galpin in Wednesday, someone who isn’t the biggest fan of Nevermore. McShane has been in a variety of television roles, including on the popular FX drama, Sons of Anarchy, as well as in Southland, The Lincoln Lawyer, CSI: Vegas, and Bloodline. He also had small roles in shows like 24, The Fosters, Fear the Walking Dead and more. 

McShane also had a small role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe when he played Agent Jackson in both Thor and The Avengers. He also appeared in movies like Argo, Gone Girl, the Disney+ original film Togo, and Mank among others. 

Percy Hynes White (Xavier Thorpe)

Percy Hynes White plays Xavier Thorpe in Wednesday, and the young actor has done plenty in television ever since he started. White is probably most known for his role in The Gifted, where he played Andy Strucker, but he’s appeared in several other TV shows like Between, Odd Squad, Murdoch Mysteries and more. Recently, he’s been in the cast for Pretty Hard Cases. 

Hunter Doohan (Tyler Galpin)

Next up, we take a look at Hunter Doohan, who plays Tyler Galpin in Wednesday. Doohan is probably most known for his role as Adam Desiato in the fantastic Showtime series, Your Honor, where he stars alongside Bryan Cranston, but he’s done plenty of other great roles, too. 

Doohan played Teenage Warren on Truth Be Told, and guest starred on several other shows including Coffee House Chronicles, Westworld, Schooled, and Aware I’m Rare. He also appeared in the films Where We Disappear and Soundwave. 

Emma Myers (Enid Sinclair)

Moving on, we look at Emma Myers, who plays Enid Sinclair, Wednesday’s cheerful roommate in Wednesday. The talent is relatively new to Hollywood, but she’s guest-starred on several television shows before, including Dead of Night, The Baker and the Beauty, and The Glades. She also appeared in the movie Girl in the Basement. 

However, this will be Emma Myers' first major role on a television series, and one can only imagine what she’ll do next. 

Joy Sunday (Bianca Barclay)

In Wednesday, Joy Sunday portrays Bianca Barclay, a classmate of Wednesday's in the show. Sunday has appeared in multiple TV shows, and had a recurring role in Yas Kween, while also appearing in shows such as Carol’s Second Act, Good Trouble, MacGyver, and Dear White People.

Joy Sunday also appeared in the films Dog, The Beta Test, and Bad Hair. 

Naomi J. Ogawa (Yoko Tanaka)

Next up, we take a look at Naomi J. Ogawa, who portrays Yoko Tanaka in Wednesday, another classmate at Nevermore and a vampire. Ogawa is relatively new to the world of Hollywood, with her only role so far being Kate in the film Skylines, but I’m sure that after Wednesday, it won’t be long before we see her in something else. 

Moosa Mostafa (Eugene Ottinger)

Moosa Mostafa plays Eugene Ottinger in Wednesday, another classmate at Nevermore, and the young actor is still relatively new to the world of television and movies. His only film credit thus far lists him as being a part of St. Bernadette’s class in Nativity Rocks!, and he portrayed Nas in the TV series, The Last Bus. But I’m sure that after Wednesday he’ll pop up in more fun shows and movies soon enough.

Georgie Farmer (Ajax Petropolus)

The last classmate we’re going to be talking about today is Ajax Petropolus, who is played by Georgie Farmer in Wednesday. Farmer is mainly known for his role as Jake Crossley in the TV series, The Evermoor Chronicles, but he’s appeared in several other shows, including The Ministry of Curious Stuff, Ill Behavior, Doctors, and Treadstone. Farmer also appeared in the film, Ready Player One.

Riki Lindhome (Dr. Valerie Kinbott)

Moving on, we take a look at Riki Lindhome, who plays Dr. Valerie Kinbott in Wednesday, a therapist who is trying to help Wednesday. Lindhome has done a lot in television, appearing in shows such as Titus, the fantasy series Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Gilmore Girls, The Big Bang Theory, Enlightened, and more. Lindhome has also lent her voice to the world of animation, with one of her biggest roles being as Kimberly Harris on Duncanville. 

Lindhome has also been very successful in the movie industry, appearing in films such as Million Dollar Baby, Much Ado About Nothing, The Lego Batman Movie, Nothing, Pulse, The Wolf of Snow Hollow, and in 2019, Knives Out. 

Christina Ricci (Marilyn Thornhill)

I mean, we can’t have a Wednesday TV series without one of the most recognizable versions of Wednesday, and that is Christina Ricci – although she doesn’t play the titular character, considering that the actress is all grown up now. However, who she does play in Wednesday is Marilyn Thornhill. 

Ricci has done a lot in her career after her time in The Addams Family franchise. Most recently, she was a part of the cast of Yellowjackets, a role she’ll be reprising in Season 2 of the series. However, Ricci has done a lot on television, including roles on shows like Ally McBeal, Pan Am, The Lizzie Borden Chronicles, and Z: The Beginning of Everything, among many guest appearances. 

Ricci has also appeared in many films, including Casper, Now and Then, The Ice Storm, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, Anything Else, Prozac Nation, Speed Racer, The Matrix Resurrections, Penelope, and more. 

The Rest Of The Addams Family

Look, we all know that the series is focused on Wednesday and that is completely alright, but let’s talk about the rest of the Addams family for a little bit before we go, because it’s something to see in Wednesday. 

Playing Morticia Addams is Catherine Zeta-Jones, someone who is well known in the movie world and has been in several critically-acclaimed films. She even won an Academy Award for her starring role in Chicago. Luis Guzman plays Gomez Addams, the patriarch of the family. Guzman has done plenty in the world of movies, appearing in films such as The Limey, Traffic, the Jordan Peele-written movie, Keanu, and more. He was also on the HBO series, Oz. 

Isaac Ordonez plays Pugsley Addams, Wednesday’s little brother, and he is new to Hollywood, as Pugsley is his first major role. Fred Armisen plays Uncle Fester in Wednesday, further continuing his ability to play hilarious characters on television. Armisen has been in the Schmigadoon! cast, Portlandia, Documentary Now!, Moonbase 8 and more. 

Truly, there are so many amazing cast members of this show that we could talk about for hours on end and give them so much praise. And, I’m sure that after Wednesday, we’ll be seeing a lot more of them in movies and on TV – maybe even in a 2023 movie or television release.  

Filming has begun on Season 2 of Ben Stiller’s workplace satire, Severance, and anybody who survived the brutal cliffhanger that ended the first season of one of 2022’s best new shows should understand just how great that is. Apple TV+ also announced a number of cast additions for its sophomore season, which makes sense, especially if this next offering dives deeper into the lives of the Lumon employees’ Outies. Some big names will be joining the waffle party fun, including Game of Thrones alum Gwendoline Christie and John Noble of Fringe.

Season 2 will continue the stories of Lumon Industries’ microdata refiners (played by Adam Scott, Britt Lower, Zach Cherry and John Turturro) but will add eight to Severance’s cast. Along with Gwendoline Christie and John Noble, Apple TV+ revealed that Bob Balaban (The Chair), Robby Benson (Beauty and The Beast), Stefano Carannante (Mirabilia), Ólafur Darri Ólafsson (The Tourist), Alia Shawkat (Search Party) and Merritt Wever (Godless) will be part of the new ensemble. 

It’s unclear what roles these actors will play, and whether they’ll be part of the Lumon family or people on the outside but, if I don’t get a scene with John Turturro, Christopher Walken and Bob Balaban, I might riot. With the Innies discovering a little bit about their lives outside of the office at the end of Season 1, it’s possible that some of these new characters could be related to the MDR employees.

Other integral figures from the first season are also set to return in the next chapter, the streamer announced. They include Patricia Arquette, Dichen Lachman, Jen Tullock, Tramell Tillman, Michael Chernus and Christopher Walken.

Severance was nominated for 14 Emmy Awards this year, taking home trophies for Outstanding Main Title Design and Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (Original Dramatic Score). The story revolves around Lumon Industries, a mysterious, billion-dollar company with seemingly cult-like tendencies. Most notably, it requires its employees to undergo a controversial procedure that completely severs the brain, preventing the worker from remembering anything about their personal life and vice versa. 

Season 1 was full of eerie twists and turns, culminating in complete chaos after the Innies discovered that it was possible to wake up their work personas outside of Lumon's walls. Curious about the lives and families that their Outies went home to every night, they enacted the "Overtime protocol," with the season ending on a cliffhanger that has led to some pretty wild fan theories. (The goats! The waffle parties! The scary numbers!)

Executive producer/director Ben Stiller celebrated the second season’s start of filming with an astute reminder on Instagram that we all chose to be here: 

We’ve still got a while before we can actually see the continuation of the drama series' story and find out if they address any of the questions we hope Season 2 answers. In the meantime, you can rewatch the first season with an Apple TV+ subscription, and check out these shows that Severance fans might like. 

Now that the Star Wars sequels have come and gone, we have to wonder if the many new characters that trilogy introduced will ever get solo moments. So far, we’ve yet to see it, but many of them could theoretically be fleshed out in a Disney+ series or feature film. Gwendoline Christie’s Captain Phasma, for example, had an exciting introduction as the commander of the First Order’s stormtroopers, but Phasma never had a fleshed out storyline. 

Captain Phasma’s backstory was explored in the Delilah S. Dawson’s 2017 novel Star Wars: Phasma, and a four-issue comic book miniseries followed her between the events of The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi, but could Gwendoline Christie return to play the Star Wars character on screen? Here’s what she recently said: 

In an interview with Empire, Christie shared an interest in going back to the helmet, one that never came off in her Star Wars movies. The Game of Thrones is a massive fan of a galaxy far, far away, previously saying she actually fought to nab the role. She said she became “like a dog with a bone” who was “ absolutely insistent” during the casting process. So of course she would “love” to return to the role if given the opportunity. Are you listening, Disney?

Christie has reprised the role in a number of video games and shared that because she was “quite obsessed” and very good at video games as a teen, she loves the opportunity to be part of them for Star Wars. Her last time voicing the character thus far was in 2018’s Star Wars Resistance animated series. 

Phasma was introduced as the commander to John Boyega’s Finn when he was a stormtrooper, and he breaks away from that life early in The Force Awakens. In The Last Jedi, she and Finn duel, and the captain seemingly falls into some flames and dies. It would be interesting to get Phasma’s backstory told on screen, especially since there’s never been a live-action storyline focused on the life of stormtroopers. 

For now, Christie recently starred in Netflix’s hit The Sandman TV series as Lucifer. You can check out CinemaBlend’s The Sandman interviews with the actress and the rest of the cast if you’ve been following along with the series. The actress will next be part of Netflix’s The Addams’ Family spinoff, Wednesday, also starring Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzmán and Christina Ricci. 

We’ll keep you posted about the upcoming Star Wars movies and TV shows heading our way next. The one to look forward to in the immediate future is Andor, which premieres September 21 on Disney+. 

After years and years and years of anticipation, Netflix finally released the adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s seminal work The Sandman to the world. The show about the King of Dreams swept us away on a journey through consciousness and unconsciousness, and to realms all across The Sandman universe. It also introduced us to the personifications of Death and Desire as well as the ruler of Hell, Lucifer Morningstar. 

The Sandman has its naysayers, but the overwhelming response to the show has been positive, with some saying it’s the greatest adaptation they’ve ever seen. While some major casting changes have been praised by many, like hiring Kirby Howell-Baptiste to play Death, there are some trolls who don’t seem to like these new versions of the characters. Well, Neil Gaiman posted an epic clap back on Twitter saying: 

Gaiman got them with that one, so much so that he asked if it was too much. The people of Twitter agree with him though. There was a consensus that this person deserved Gaiman’s comeback. @NerdvanaCTG responded with “Not far enough, I’d say…” and @touchthesun responded with “Nailed it. No notes.” Others thanked Gaiman for dealing with “trolls and racist haters.” 

The user who was angry about the casting was mostly fed up with Howell-Baptiste’s casting as Death. In the comics Death is a white woman, and she is a Black woman and in the show. However, Howell-Baptiste has had one of the most praised performances in the show. Gaiman has talked about his love for Death at length, saying her performance in Episode 6 (IYKYK) had the biggest payoff and made him cry. 

The Sandman has been praised for its active work to diversify its cast and change parts of the comic book to be more inclusive and representative. Along with Howell-Baptiste’s performance, some of the other characters receiving the acclaim are the characters that don’t match the original gender or race of their comic book predecessor. Gwendoline Christie is the show’s Lucifer Morningstar, a character normally portrayed by a man. 

Coming off of her iconic role in Game of Thrones, she continued to steal every scene in The Sandman. Her casting caused a lot of buzz and now she is receiving all the praise. Jenna Coleman has also spoken gleefully about her take on Johanna Constantine (who is John Constantine in the comics) and how refreshing it was for her to take on such a distinct character. 

While Season 2 has not been confirmed, Gaiman has responded, saying since it’s such an expensive show that Netflix needs to wait and see how it performs long-term and whether it will rank as one of the best shows to binge on Netflix. It can be expected that the casting of Delirium, Dream’s youngest sibling, will live up to the high and inclusive bar set by Season 1. 

The cast of Neil Gaiman’s “The Sandman,” including Tom Sturridge (Dream/Morpheus/The Sandman), Gwendoline Christie (Lucifer Morningstar), Stephen Fry (Gilbert), Kirby Howell-Baptiste (Death), Jenna Coleman (Johanna Constantine), Vivienne Acheampong (Lucienne), Vanesu Samunyai (Rose Walker), Allan Heinberg (showrunner) and Gaiman himself, joined CinemaBlend to discuss the masterful adaptation on Netflix. Watch as they discuss the incredible set pieces, translating characters from page to screen, the scenes that made the comic creator cry, and so much more.

Video Chapters: 

00:00 - Intro

00:32 - Tom Sturridge Explains The Most Common Misconception About Dream

01:36 - Jenna Coleman Compares Working On ‘The Sandman’ To ‘Doctor Who’

02:54 - Why Stephen Fry Didn’t Hesitate To Say Yes To Joining ‘The Sandman’ Cast

03:56 - Creator Neil Gaiman Recounts The Episode That Made Him Cry… Twice

06:19 - Kirby Howell-Baptiste Explains Why Every Character In ‘The Sandman’ Is Important, No Matter Screen Time

07:08 - Why Gwendoline Christie Loved The Opportunity To Portray Lucifer

08:30 - ‘The Sandman’ Cast’s Favorite Sets To Work On During Production

11:12 - Outro

It almost feels just as surreal as Neil Gaiman’s own seminal writing style to say that Netflix’s series adaptation of his popular comic, The Sandman is finally here after the story spent many, many years waiting for a screen adaptation. The titular “master of dreams” from one of the most fervently anticipated new DC TV shows is easily the biggest role to date for actor Tom Sturridge, whose previous work might be unfamiliar to some fans. If you are such a fan, allow us to clue you in to where else you might know him from, along with the rest of the Sandman cast.

Tom Sturridge (Dream)

Playing Dream — the lead “hero” of The Sandman — is Tom Sturridge’s second Netflix gig after appearing in 2019’s strange mystery thriller Velvet Buzzsaw, which was a bit of a departure from his many Victorian dramas and period pieces, such as his first movie: 2004’s Vanity Fair. The British actor made his screen acting debut in a 1996 miniseries adaptation of Gulliver’s Travels and more recently starred on the Starz drama, Sweetbitter, with Ella Purnell and in HBO Max’s Irma Vep miniseries with Alicia Virkander.

Patton Oswalt (Matthew The Raven)

As Dream’s trusted, winged companion, Matthew the Raven, we have Patton Oswalt, who first broke out on the King of Queens and is also known for various voice acting credits — such as Remy in Pixar’s Oscar-winning Ratatouille. This is also far from the Emmy-winning comedian’s first time voicing a comic book character, having played the title role of Hulu’s M.O.D.O.K., making his MCU debut as Pip the Troll in the Eternals end-credit scene, and personifying The Deep’s gills on The Boys to name just a few of many, many examples.

Boyd Holbrook (The Corinthian)

Also no stranger to comic book adaptations is Logan star Boyd Holbrook as The Sandman’s main villain: a literal living nightmare known as The Corinthian. Outside of playing a shady U.S. Embassy employee in Netflix’s Beckett cast, the actor has played a few heroes — such as on fellow Netflix original Narcos, in sci-fi crime drama In the Shadow of the Moon, and in Robert Rodriguez’s We Can Be Heroes, as well as in the 2018 fourth installment of the Predator movies and the recent, acclaimed horror movie The Cursed. 

David Thewlis (John Dee)

Also a comic book movie veteran (specifically of the DC movies variety) playing another threatening Sandman character named John Dee is Wonder Woman and RED 2 star David Thewlis, who's better known literary fantasy character (out of the many other examples to choose from) is Remus Lupin from the Harry Potter movies. The versatile performer (he has done everything from irreverent comedies like The Big Lebowski to period epics like Ridley Scott’s Kingdom of Heaven) previously worked with Netflix for his reunion with Anomalisa creator Charlie Kaufman on I’m Thinking of Ending Things, as well as the animated comedy, Big Mouth, and its spin-off, Human Resources.

Gwendoline Christie (Lucifer)

As the ruler of Hell, Lucifer, we have Gwendoline Christie — which seems like an inspired choice considering her great performance as Captain Phasma in the Star Wars movies, although this devil is not inherently evil and even something of a charmer. The British actor’s other literary adaptations include HBO’s Game of Thrones as Brienne of Tarth, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 2 as Commander Lyme and The Personal History of David Copperfield as Jane Murdstone, most recently.

Charles Dance (Roderick Burgess)

Gwendoline Christie’s fellow former Game of Thrones cast member, Charles Dance, plays Dream’s accidental captor and scheming magician Roderick Burgess, which is far from the English, Emmy-nominated thespian’s first villain role. The Imitation Game star took on Arnold Schwarzenegger in underrated ‘90s action-comedy, Last Action Hero, tried to release hellish beasts onto the world in Godzilla: King of the Monsters, and embodied ruthless media tycoon William Randolph Hearst in David Fincher’s Mank, to name a notable few. 

Kirby Howell-Baptiste (Death)

Instead of Dream, Roderick Burgess initially intended to trap his sister, Death — portrayed in The Sandman by Kirby Howell-Baptiste, who is known for her recurring role on a show all about death called The Good Place, as well as other morbidly funny titles like HBO’s Barry, Killing Eve on AMC, and the holiday horror comedy, Silent Night. The English Cruella cast member’s previous collaborations with Netflix include Paul Rust’s romantic dramedy, Love, and the animated series, Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous.

Jenna Coleman (Johanna Constantine)

As the adventurous Johanna Constantine (an ancestor of detective/sorcerer John Constantine), we have Jenna Coleman, who made her feature film debut in a comic book adaptation: 2011’s Captain America: The First Avenger, as Bucky Barnes’ Stark Expo date, Connie. In addition to playing Clara Oswald on Doctor Who or appearing in the modern-day romance, Me Before You, in 2016, Victorian period dramas — such as PBS’s Victoria, in which she plays the royal title role — are typically the British actor’s bread and butter.

Vivienne Acheampong (Lucienne)

A librarian in charge of guarding Dream’s realm named Lucienne is played by Vivienne Acheampong, who already has a few notable fantasy titles under her belt — such as an episode of British sci-fi comedy, The Aliens, a 2018 edition of the World of Warcraft video games, and Robert Zemeckis’ remake of The Witches for HBO Max. She also debuted in the 2015 horror comedy movie, The Trap, starred on British sketch comedy series Famalam, and her last Netflix original series was the 2021 UK import, The One. 

Mason Alexander Park (Desire)

As the physical embodiment of Desire and another one of Dream’s siblings, we have Mason Alexander Park, who is already a very accomplished name in the world of theater after playing the title role in Hedwig and the Angry Inch and their award-winning performance in a 2019 production of Cabaret. Following their breakout screen acting role on Netflix’s live-action Cowboy Bebop series and lending their voice Amazon Prime’s The Legend of Vox Machina, Park can also be seen on NBC’s Quantum Leap revival in 2022.

Donna Preston (Despair)

As Desire’s very different twin, Despair, we have Donna Preston, who has the interesting reputation of appearing briefly in numerous action comedies — namely, and most notably, The Brothers Grimsby and The Hitman’s Bodyguard. The British writer and comedian also has a starring role on Netflix’s UK-based sitcom, Hard Cell, and can say she is a part of the Wizarding World following an uncredited role as a circus performer in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.

Sanjeev Bhaskar (Cain)

As Biblical figure and world’s first murderer, Cain — who now loyally resides in the dream realm — we have Sanjeev Bhaskar, whose last time starring in a Neil Gaiman adaptation was on an episode Amazon Prime’s Good Omens in 2019. The British actor’s best-known film credits include playing Hamish Patel’s father in 2019's Yesterday, as well as brief roles in the romantic comedy classic Notting Hill, the Simon Pegg-led fantasy comedy Absolutely Anything, and the universally beloved family film, Paddington 2.

Asim Chaudhry (Abel)

As Biblical figure and world’s first murder victim, Abel — also a loyal dream realm resident — we have Asim Chaudhry, who actually has a few credits in common with his onscreen brother, Sanjeev Bhaskar, including the first Paddington movie and the comedic Peacock exclusive crime series, Hitmen. The UK actor’s first comic book adaptation was Wonder Woman 1984, after previously working on the Netflix interactive movie, Black Mirror: Bandersnatch, in 2019.

Vanesu Samunyai (Rose Walker)

As Rose Walker — a young woman who discovers she has a mysterious connection to Dream while searching for her missing brother — we have Vanesu Samunyai. Sometimes also known by her Korean name, Kyo Ra, the English-born actor of Zimbabwean descent is making her debut in Netflix’s The Sandman cast. 

Razane Jammal (Lyta Hall)

Playing Rose’s friend Lyta Hall, who is also mourning the death of her husband, is Razane Jammal, who last starred on a supernatural, Netflix-exclusive drama called Paranormal in 2020. The British-Lebanese actor and model also previously starred alongside Boyd Holbrook in A Walk Among the Tombstones in 2014 and, the previous year, worked with legendary horror director Tobe Hooper on the film Djinn.

Stephen Fry (Gilbert)

Rose Walker’s protector, Gilbert, is played by Stephen Fry, whose last DC adaptation was 2005’s V for Vendetta, which was one of his many notable literary adaptations — such as The Hobbit movies, Disney’s Alice Through the Looking Glass, and 2011’s Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows as the titular detective’s brother, Mycroft. The British comedy legend (once part of a duo with Hugh Laurie) is also known for classic movies like A Fish Called Wanda, hilarious British comedy series like Blackadder from star and co-creator Rowan Atkinson, and last worked with Netflix on the hit coming-of-age romance, Heartstopper.   

Sandra James-Young (Unity Kincaid)

As Unity Kincaid, Rose’s benefactor awakened after a century-long slumber, we have Sandra James-Young, who made her acting debut in the romantic 1994 crime thriller, Captives, alongside Tim Roth and Julia Ormond before leading an impressive career on TV. Some of her notable small screen credits include long-running British soap operas like Coronation Street, Doctors, and EastEnders, as well as another series based on a popular literary fantasy called His Dark Materials, on HBO.

Joely Richardson (Ethel Cripps)

As Ethel Cripps, the lover of Roderick Burgess and mother of John Dee, we have Joely Richardson — a celebrated British actor who's making her comic book adaptation debut with The Sandman, which is surprising considering her multi-faceted repertoire. Most audiences might remember her best from 1996’s live-action 101 Dalmatians movie, Roland Emmerich’s epic period piece The Patriot, playing Julia McNamara in the Nip/Tuck cast, and the 2020 adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft’s Color Out of Space, with Nicolas Cage, to name a few.

Niamh Walsh (Young Ethel Cripps)

Playing Ethel Cripps’ younger self is Niamh Walsh — another Neil Gaiman adaptation veteran, having played Greta Kleinschmidt on Good Omens and voiced Nuala on a podcast drama also based on The Sandman. The Australian actor’s other notable TV credits include the long-running British medical drama Holby City, the historical drama Jamestown, the Netflix exclusive sports miniseries The English Game, and the Peacock exclusive mystery thriller Smother.

I cannot remember the last time we saw a TV series ensemble this large. However, with this many characters involved, you can be sure there is never a dull moment to this iconic fantasy story. See how Netflix’s The Sandman cast pulls it off by streaming Season 1 now.

Fans of author Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman comic book series have been hoping, praying, and waiting for Dream’s story to be adapted for many, many years now. After decades of false starts, we’ll finally be able to watch an actual television show based on the ever-popular property once The Sandman can be viewed with our Netflix subscriptions in the near future. While we were all waiting for The Sandman, though, a little show called Lucifer became quite popular, with Tom Ellis’ portrayal of the titular character being based in Gaiman’s Sandman lore. Now that a Lucifer fan has asked why Ellis won’t be reprising his role for the new series, Gaiman has responded, and in a way that all Sandman fans will likely agree with.

What Did Neil Gaiman Say About Why Tom Ellis Isn’t Playing Lucifer In The Sandman?

For those who never got on the Lucifer train when the show was either on Fox or after its move to Netflix after a cancellation that upset many viewers, the supernatural police procedural starring Tom Ellis as the Devil himself, was based on The Sandman spinoff comics by Neil Gaiman. So, it makes a lot of sense that Lucifer fans would want to know why Tom Ellis has been replaced as the mischievous character by Game of Thrones alum Gwendoline Christie. After one fan asked that very question on Twitter, Gaiman responded:

Speak. The. TRUTH, Neil Gaiman! Alright, Lucifer fans, do not come for us! We love Tom Ellis and what he brought to the character on his show. Truth be told though, Gaiman is completely correct. The Lucifer that you got on the Netflix series (which wrapped things up nicely when it ended in September of 2021) was very different from the one in the comics, with his story also being very different. Ellis’ version of Lucifer, if you take away his angelic powers, is basically a really naughty Bridgerton-style rake, while Gaiman’s Lucifer is…way fucking scarier because he cares little for humanity, despite the fact that he also doesn’t make anyone commit evil acts.

As mentioned, the storylines for these (not really) competing Lucifers also diverge quite a bit. Both abandoned Hell to live in Los Angeles and run a nightclub / piano bar called Lux with Mazikeen, but that’s about where the similarities in plot end. So, even though Gaiman (and some comic book fans) still have respect for Tom Ellis’ "lovable" Lucifer, what The Sandman series needed was to create a character more in line with the one seen in those original Neil Gaiman stories and surprise Lucifer viewers.

Hopefully, it won’t be long now for The Sandman (which also stars Tom Sturridge, Jenna Coleman, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Patton Oswalt, Charles Dance, David Thewlis, Joely Richardson, and many more) to debut as part of the 2022 Netflix TV schedule. When it does, you can bet that millions of people will be there to take in all of the supernatural drama, as well as Gwendoline Christie’s Lucifer in all of the character’s dangerous glory.

Gwendoline Christie is making a big return to television after her seasons of playing Brienne of Tarth for Game of Thrones, but she certainly won’t be playing a warrior woman-turned-knight for Netflix’s upcoming adaptation of The Sandman. For The Sandman, Christie will be playing the character of Lucifer. And as the first look at her character proves, she won’t be any more like Netflix’s other Lucifer than she’ll be like Brienne of Tarth. 

The Sandman, based on the landmark comic series of the same name by none other than Coraline and Good Omens scribe Neil Gaiman, will run for eleven episodes and showcase a star-studded cast. And while the show doesn’t even have a premiere date just yet, let alone any episodes, it’s probably safe to say that Gwendoline Christie as Lucifer will be a standout. Check out the first look, courtesy of DC FanDome 2021: 

The first look isn’t even footage from The Sandman, but it’s already clear that this will be Gwendoline Christie playing a character unlike any other she has played before, including the iconic Brienne of Tarth. The text on the image reads “NEVER PLAY GAMES WITH LUCIFER,” and I know that I certainly wouldn’t if I crossed paths with the devil and the devil looked at me like that. I never would have believed Brienne as ruler of Hell, but I can definitely believe it of Christie here. Let it not be said that she lacks versatility as an actress!

The first image is focused on Gwendoline Christie’s face and expression as Lucifer, so there’s not a wide enough shot to show off her wings. Fortunately, a second image has released as well to prove that The Sandman’s Lucifer is no less unnerving from the back than from the front. Check out Lucifer’s wings: 

In case you thought that The Sandman hailing from Neil Gaiman meant that Lucifer would have the same kinds of feathered wings as Crowley and Aziraphale over on Good Omens, then this image alone should prove otherwise! I’d say that they look more like the wings of a bat than anything else, and far creepier than anything that Batman has ever worn. 

The Sandman will blend modern myth with dark fantasy to combine contemporary fiction, historical drama, and legend. If Gwendoline Christie’s Lucifer is anything like the Lucifer of legend, then the advice to “NEVER PLAY GAMES” with the character is probably worth listening to. But then, there wouldn’t be much of a TV show if everybody always made the smartest and safest decisions, would there?

The show will follow the places and people who are being affected by Morpheus, the Dream King. He attempts to fix the mistakes he has made over his many, many years of existence, which range from cosmic mistakes to human mistakes. Tom Sturridge is on board The Sandman to play Morpheus, and he and Gwendoline Christie are joined by Sanjeev Bhaskar and Asim Chaudhry as Cain and Abel, Christie’s fellow Game of Thrones alum Charles Dance as Roderick Burgess, Vivienne Acheampong as Lucienne, Boyd Holbrook as The Corinthian, Kirby Howell-Baptiste as Death, Mason Alexander Park as Desire, Donna Preston as Despair, Doctor Who’s Jenna Coleman as Johanna Constantine, Joely Richardson and Niamh Walsh as Ethel Cripps, and more. 

Netflix hasn’t named an official premiere date for The Sandman just yet, but there’s still a chance that it could be ready to debut on the streamer before the end of 2021. For now, you can always check out our rundown of Netflix premiere dates for the shows that already are guaranteed before the end of the year.

With his upcoming transition from feature films to streaming TV, Tim Burton is expanding the Addams Family live-action universe with the new series Wednesday, which has been steadily building up an impressive cast as led by You's Jenna Ortega in the title role. Game of Thrones vet Gwendoline Christie has become the latest celebration-worthy casting addition, sticking with Netflix after portraying Lucifer in Neil Gaiman's long-awaited Sandman adaptation. Snap snap!

Perhaps understandably, the fair-haired and blue-eyed Gwendoline Christie is not joining Wednesday as one of the proto-goth Addams family members, as amazing as that might be. (I suppose she could still play a gender-swapped version of Uncle Fester with a shaved head.) Instead, Netflix announced Christie will be joining this universe as the character Larissa Weems, who serves as the principal of Nevermore Academy, where Jenna Ortega's Wednesday Addams is a student.

While we can expect to see Wednesday getting into trouble at Nevermore — unless this is somehow the one story in existence that involves a teenager who doesn't cause havoc at school — it sounds like Gwendoline Christie's principal is connected to another member of the family. Larissa Weems was a former classmate of one Morticia Addams, as portrayed by Catherine Zeta-Jones, and there was apparently some bad blood between the two, as Larissa is still harboring foul feelings for Morticia all these years later. I'm keeping all four of Thing's fingers crossed that viewers will get to see Christie and Zeta-Jones brawling, because wowzers.

Across the initial season's eight episodes, Wednesday will tell a supernatural sleuth-heavy tale in which the titular character develops and hones newly formed psychic abilities. As if forging relationships at a new school wasn't already hard enough under such circumstances, Wednesday will also attempt to put an end to a killing spree in the local town, as well as solving a decades-old mystery involving her parents Morticia and Gomez, with the latter being played by Luiz Guzman. I'm betting that latter mystery involves Gwendoline Christie's principal, but maybe they're all in on it.

Gwendoline Christie isn't the only new cast member joining Wednesday's line-up, either. Tim Burton & Co. have apparently rounded out the casting, with up-and-coming actor Isaac Ordonez set to play Pugsley Addams, Dampyr's George Burcea as Lurch, and the hand of Victor Dorabantu as Thing. Neither Uncle Fester nor Grandma Addams have been cast, and considering the guest-starring descriptor for the other family members, it's not entirely clear if those roles will be filled or not. (I mean, we'll riot if they don't, but still.) Other previous castings worth noting are comedian Riki Lindhome as Wednesday's new therapist Dr. Valerie Kinbott, and Thora Birch as one of the only "normal" humans within the Nevermore population.

At this point, it's not yet clear when Wednesday will make its way to Netflix's library, but it'll likely premiere at some point in 2022. In the meantime, be sure to keep track of everything hitting the 2021 Fall TV schedule for all the spooky, kooky and altogether dramatic TV programming. Wait, that last part didn't rhyme...

The Hunger Games franchise attracted a slew of huge names over the years, thanks to its popularity and apt messages about rebellion toward corrupt governments, which continue to resonate all over the world today. One major name that played a key figure in the last two installments covering the Mockingjay book was Game of Thrones’ Gwendoline Christie. The Brienne of Tarth actress played Commander Lyme, but as you may remember, she was a last minute replacement for another actress.

American Horror Story’s Lily Rabe was initially tapped to play Commander Lyme in Mockingjay Parts 1 & 2, until scheduling conflicts led her to drop out of the role. Over five years later, Rabe cleared up exactly what went down behind the scenes. In her words to Collider:

As the actress who recently had a role in HBO’s The Undoing explained, she was originally set to shoot The Hunger Games and then play a major role in Shakespeare in the Park with her husband, Hamish Linklater. But due to some production shifts, Hunger Games began directing conflicted with Much Ado About Nothing. By that time, she had been rehearsing for weeks with her cast, and the movie’s shooting schedule would have come in the way of all the work she’d put into showing up for a performance. Basically, it was bad timing, but she would have loved to have taken both parts if she could. As she continued:

According to Rabe, she’d read some things in the news over the years that bogged down her decision because she chose to star in a play as opposed to taking a major franchise role. But it sounds like she was just following through on a commitment she’d already put a lot of time into and could not sign herself for both when the production schedule of Hunger Games shifted down. Rabe would have been a great Commander Lyme if given the chance, but Gwendoline Christie certainly fit the role well.

I’d say Lily Rabe made the right decision too, especially considering Commander Lyme really was not given a ton to do in Mockingjay Part 1 and 2. She was a commander of the rebellion against the Capitol in the third act of the series but, by that time, there were a lot of moving parts. Many of the important characters from Mockingjay didn’t get their full arcs as a result of the writers seeing Katniss’ story to the end thoroughly. Hey, maybe Lily Rabe can nab a role in the upcoming film based on The Ballad of Songbird and Snakes, the Hunger Games prequel focusing on President Snow as a teenager.

For a while now, the only news coming out of Neil Gaiman's highly anticipated The Sandman TV show has been that the beloved author is extremely excited about how things are shaping out. As cool as that has been to witness, it's far more exciting to know that the Netflix fantasy series has finally revealed its first set of cast members. We've got two major fantasy winners on tap by way of Game of Thrones veterans Gwendoline Christie and Charles Dance, who join a handful of other solid actors in filling out The Sandman's ensemble cast.

After Starz's American Gods, The Sandman will be the second Neil Gaiman adaptation currently on the air (unless we hear about Good Omens Season 2 in the near future). And this cast is already stacking up pretty well in comparison. Joining Gwendoline Christie and Charles Dance are Tom Sturridge, Vivienne Acheampong, Boyd Holbrook, Asim Chaudhry and Sanjeev Bhaskar.

Gwendoline Christie, whose Sandman casting was previously rumored, was officially announced as The Sandman's Lucifer, which technically makes her the second UK actor to play Lucifer on a Netflix-produced series. (Can we get a crossover with Tom Ellis' Lucifer character, please?) Within the Sandman storyline, Lucifer grows tired of the stereotypical afterlife and heads to Earth. And it's gonna effing rock to see Christie take on this snazzy role in live-action, since it will be much closer to the source material than Ellis' version.

On the Road and Sweetbitter star Tom Sturridge is tackling the lead role of Dream, one of the most powerful beings in all of reality, as well as everything outside of reality. Dream, who goes by many names across the comic's storylines, is also one of the most unique and distinctly Neil Gaiman-esque characters in comic book history, so there's a lot riding on Sturridge's shoulders to bring this performance to life.

Like Lucifer, The Sandman's Lucien is getting gender-swapped for the Netflix TV show. Taking on the role of Lucienne is The Witches and Famalam actress Vivienne Acheampong. Lucienne watches over Dream's home realm known as the Dreaming, which contains a library housing all the books that have ever been written, as well as those that haven't been written. (I have always wanted to live in the Library.)

Boyd Holbrook, whose other major Netflix projects include Narcos and We Can Be Heroes, is taking on one of the most visually bizarre characters in The Sandman. He's portraying The Corinthian, an unintended serial killer who has two small additional mouths in place of his eyes. And he also eats other people's eyes. I hope they don't alter that much.

Former Game of Thrones king Charles Dance has been busy with his own Netflix projects in The Crown and David Fincher's Mank. For The Sandman, Dance will play Roderick Burgess, who rocks the nickname the Dæmon King, if that tells you anything. He's basically DC Comics' take on the esoteric magick man Aleister Crowley, and it's a role that Dance should excel at.

UK comedians Sanjeev Bhaskar (The Kumars) and Asim Chaudhry (People Just Do Nothing) are taking on the Biblically inspired roles of Cain and Abel, respectively. Within The Sandman, Cain and Abel live as neighbors within the Dreaming, and they largely adhere to stereotypes, with the bullying Cain murdering the genial Abel several times throughout the course of the series.

Neil Gaiman created The Sandman based on his acclaimed comic book series of the same name, and also serves as executive producer and co-writers. The showrunner is the talented Allan Heinberg, whose wide-spanning career includes writing for Gilmore Girls and Grey's Anatomy, co-writing the Wonder Woman script (and the pilot for the unproduced Wonder Woman TV show), and co-creating the Young Avengers comic book line, which may be getting its own MCU introduction soon.

Over eight seasons, HBO’s Game of Thrones not only drew in huge ratings but was a springboard for many actors' careers. While Emilia Clarke and Kit Harington have been the most visible post-GoT, other cast members have been somewhat low-key about their work after the fantasy drama's end. But most recently, Game of Thrones’ Gwendoline Christie has reportedly landed her first big television role since the series ended: Netflix's The Sandman.

As first reported by Discussing Film, Gwendoline Christie is rumored to be the second actor cast for the Netflix series. She will reportedly be joining The Hollow Crown’s Tom Sturridge, who will play the leading role of Dream (a.k.a. Morpheus). Currently, her rumored role in the upcoming series is unknown, even though two key roles from Neil Gaiman's source material, Desire and Death, haven't been cast yet. The actor is no stranger to Gaiman’s work as she recently participated in a radio adaptation of his novel The Sleeper and the Spindle.

Wonder Woman co-writer Allan Heinberg will serve as writer and showrunner for The Sandman, which is set for an 11-episode run. Neil Gaiman along with Batman Begins writer David S. Goyer is executive producing the project while co-writing the pilot with Heinberg. The series has recruited His Dark Material’s Jamie Childs and The Handmaid’s Tale’s Mike Barker to direct episodes for the series.

Game of Thrones took Gwendoline Christie’s career to another level as fan-favorite Brienne of Tarth. During the eight-season run, in which she appeared in all but the first season, she earned multiple SAG and Saturn Award nominations with an Emmy nomination for Supporting Actress in a Drama for the show’s final season as well.

Gwendoline Christie’s career didn’t just stop with Game of Thrones. During the series' run, she became part of the Star Wars universe as Captain Phasma in two films of the recent Star Wars trilogy – The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi. She even reprised the role in the animated series Star Wars Resistance. After the series ended, she starred in The Personal History of David Copperfield with Dev Patel and Tilda Swinton. Christie will be seen next in the comedy-drama Our Friend with Casey Affleck, Dakota Johnson and Jason Segel.

Despite The Sandman reportedly being her first big post-Game of Thrones television role, Gwendoline Christie appeared in several projects with some more lined up. This latest report that she has been cast in Netflix’s live adaptation of The Sandman should be enough to get fans of Christie as well as the source material excited.

It's nice to see Gwendoline Christie being able to move on from Brienne to get another big television role. Some actors can get typecast for playing one iconic role, but Christie has managed to move forward without any hang-ups. You can check out the actor in Our Friend when it is released on Jan. 22.

In recent years, several prominent actors from the Game Of Thrones cast have popped up in some very notable DC and Marvel franchises. You have the likes of Jason Momoa portraying Aquaman in the DCEU, Sophie Turner as Jean Grey in the two most recent X-Men movies, Maisie Williams as Wolfsbane in The New Mutants (which is finally coming out, by the way), and Kit Harrington and Richard Madden as Dane Whitman and Ikaris, respectively, in the upcoming The Eternals. But what about other major players from the hit HBO series? When will people like Emilia Clarke and Natalie Dormer follow suit and wind up portraying a superhero of their own?

While we don't know when or even if other Game Of Thrones stars will jump over to the superhero business, it never hurts to play around with the idea of some of the biggest fan favorites donning a mask and cape in order to fight crime in DC, Marvel and beyond. So while I have your attention, let's take a look at a few superheroes that the cast of George R.R. Martin's fantasy epic would be perfect to play.

Emilia Clarke - Spider-Woman

After Daenerys Targaryen went from one of everyone's favorite characters to one of the most despised in a matter of episodes during Game Of Thrones Season 8, Emilia Clarke could use a rebound back into the fan favorite-category. And what better way than casting her as Spider-Woman, specifically Gwen Stacy. Aside from the fact that Clarke's character had a head of blonde hair throughout the series (like Gwen Stacy in the comics and various adaptations), the actress also has the perfect balance of authority and innocence, which could come in handy with the various plots if Spider-Woman is introduced in an upcoming Spider-Man movie.

Natalie Dormer - Sue Storm

Despite the fact that Natalie Dormer has already appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (a minor role in Captain America: The First Avenger), the former Game Of Thrones and current Penny Dreadful: City Of Angels star could do a remarkable job at handling Sue Storm, a.k.a. The Invisible Woman of The Fantastic Four fame. Through her appearances as Margaery Tyrell and Magda, Dormer has proved time and time again that she is able to effectively channel both compassion and anger, two qualities that could bring another dynamic to one of the most decorated and respected characters in Marvel Comics.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau - Darkman

Sam Raimi's 1990 cult classic Darkman centers around a scientist-turned-masked vigilante who develops superhuman abilities following a vicious attack by the mob and a failed treatment. This would be a perfect role for Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, especially after his turn as Jaime Lannister on Game Of Thrones. Turning villain to hero as the show went on, Coster-Waldau is well-equipped to handle the bruised, battered and emotionally distraught Darkman if a remake or sequel were ever produced. And as we've seen in his multiple combat scenes over the course of the show's eight seasons, the Danish actor is more than up to task of fighting crime in the dark of night.

Nathalie Emmanuel - Batwoman

With the shocking departure of Ruby Rose as Batwoman in the CW series, the role is up for grabs. If the showrunners are looking for a qualified and fun candidate to don the cape and cowl, Nathalie Emmanuel could be the perfect person for the role. Up until the emotionally-charged death of her character Missandei halfway through Game Of Thrones Season 8, Emmanuel was one of the best parts of the series. Quiet, methodical and fearless in her performance, Emmanuel has everything that is needed to pull off one of DC's most notable recent characters. And if you have any questions about Emmanuel's ability to handle herself in a large and demanding role, just look at her work in the Fast & Furious franchise.

Gwendoline Christie - She-Hulk

When she joined the Game Of Thrones cast in Season 2 as Brienne of Tarth, Gwendoline Christie quickly became one of the best written and acted characters on the HBO series. Since then, she's shown up in everything from The Hunger Games to Star Wars, giving the English actress plenty of time to pull off a number of different roles. Looking at her track record of portraying physically demanding characters in a number of properties, Christie would be perfect for the role of She-Hulk. With a combination of strength and dynamic emotions, the veteran of stage, television and film would add dimension to the character.

Kristofer Hivju - The Thing

Speaking of characters with imposing size, strength and wit, there is no one from the Game Of Thrones better cast to portray Ben Grimm, a.k.a. The Thing, than Kristofer Hivju. Sure, there are larger actors from the series, but I don't think anyone could pull off the anger, pain and humor of the Fantastic Four's rocky enforcer. Just try imagining Tormund Giantsbane yelling out "It's Clobberin' Time" before running into a fight. An actor of Hivju's ability would be able to emote the sorry and frustration of not being able to have loving relationships after being trapped in his mutated form. The range of emotions and ridiculous strength would make this ideal casting at its best.

Joe Dempsie - Nightwing

In the early seasons Game Of Thrones, Joe Dempsie portrayed Gendry, the bastard son of the fallen King Robert Baratheon who later earned his house name after helping defeat the White Walkers at the Battle of Winterfell in Season 8. After being able to faithfully pull of the role of a blacksmith, fighter and leader throughout the series, Dempsie would be perfect to take on the role of Dick Grayson, a.k.a. Nightwing in a future DC film. I mean, he even looks like the modern versions of the Batman's former protege-turned-ally.

Isaac Hempstead Wright - Jimmy Olsen

And last, but certainly not least, there's Isaac Hemstead Wright, who played Bran Stark for all but one season on Game Of Thrones. From the adventurous youngest Stark child to the Lord of the Six Kingdoms, audiences practically watched Hempstead Wright grow up in front of their very eyes. And despite the character growing into a young adult, Hempstead Wright never lost that sense of innocence and youth, which would make him an ideal candidate to portray Jimmy Olsen. Over the course of the character's history, Olsen has often become a vessel for other superheroes, which is quite similar to the powers possessed by Bran in Game Of Thrones. And while it would be hard to fit that into a new Superman movie, it could work.

Those are just eight of the former members of the Game Of Thrones cast who would be perfect to play any number of superheroes. Do you think any of these will come to fruition like other former GOT alum who ended up in Marvel or DC movies? Make sure to let me know in the comments below, and make sure to check back for all the latest on Marvel and DC movies here on CinemaBlend.

Game of Thrones is one of the most popular television series of the last few decades. The series already had a legion of built-in loyal fans because of George R.R Martin’s equally popular A Song of Ice and Fire book series. It became a massive pop culture hit and so popular that it broke HBO viewership records, made the cast household names, and received many TV award nominations. Game of Thrones brought HBO so much success that the network expanded the world of Game of Thrones with a spin-off: House of The Dragon, and had plans for a Jon Snow spin-off series. Despite the unfortunate cancelled plans for the Jon Snow spin-off, House of the Dragon is going strong. It is currently airing its second season and has a third season on the way.

No matter how people feel about the final season of the series, Game of Thrones carved its permanent place in TV history. It’ll be a series that people discover and love for many decades. The Game of Thrones cast has gained lifelong fans who want to know the latest news on the actors who played the Starks, Lannisters, Targaryens, and those in between. 

Since the Game of Thrones series finale, the cast members have remained busy booking gigs, starting families, and growing their empires.

Peter Dinklage (Tyrion Lannister)

Peter Dinklage played the wisecracking and resourceful Tyrion Lannister. Tyrion was shunned by his father Tywin (Charles Dance) and sister Cersei (Lena Headey), but had a close relationship with his brother Jaime (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau). Tyrion often found himself as an adviser for those in charge. He was an advocate for women and wine. Peter Dinklage won four Emmy awards for his work as Tyrion Lannister.

Following Game of Thrones’ end, Dinklage returned to The Angry Birds Movie franchise by lending his voice to The Angry Birds Movie 2. He also played a fictionalized version of himself in the Between Two Ferns movie. He appeared with an ensemble cast in I Care A Lot, a movie with a memorable ending. 

He also appeared in The Croods: A New Age, Cyrano, American Dreamer, Thor: Love and Thunder, and The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes. His upcoming projects include Brothers and Thicket, which is based on Joe R. Lansdale’s book of the same name. He also plays Dr. Dillamond in Wicked. In 2021, Variety reported that he would lend his voice to one of the leads in This Was Our Pact. 

Lena Headey (Cersei Lannister)

Lena Headey as Cersei played one-half of the infamous Lannister twins. The woman who would be queen inherited her father’s ruthlessness. Cersei hated everyone and everything, except her brother Jaime and her children. Lena Headey received several Emmy nominations for her Cersei Lannister portrayal, but never received the Emmy that she deserved.

In 2019, Headey had a supporting role in the critically acclaimed movie Fighting with My Family. She starred opposite Nick Frost, Florence Pugh, and Vince Vaughn. She plays the mother to Karen Gillan’s character in Gunpowder Milkshake, a movie about an estranged mother-daughter assassin team. Gunpowder Milkshake also stars Angela Bassett, Carla Gugino, Michelle Yeoh, and Paul Giamatti. Headey lends her voice to Kevin Smith’s animated Masters of the Universe: Revelation. 

Headey has also done voice-over work for Infinity Train, Wizards: Tales of Arcadia, and The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. She appeared in White House Plumbers and co-starred in Beacon 23. Headey’s upcoming projects include Long Pork, Ballistic, and the upcoming Netflix series The Abandons. 

Kit Harington (Jon Snow)

Kit Harington played the king of knowing nothing, Jon Snow on Game of Thrones. He was the bastard son of Ned Stark (Sean Bean), at least that’s what everyone assumed until the truth came out. Jon Snow was a member of the Night’s Watch. He tried to live his life by a code of morals and a sense of duty.

From 2018 to 2019, Harington appeared at the Vaudeville Theatre in London in the first West End production of the play True West. He then appeared as Henry V in Henry V at Donmar Warehouse. Harington voiced the character of Eret in How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World. He played Dane Whitman in Eternals. This project reunited him with his former Game of Thrones brother Richard Madden. Harington also stars in Baby Ruby and Blood for Dust. 

His next projects include the film Eternal Return and Season 3 of Industry. In July 2024, he appears in the movie The Beast Within. In 2024, he bared it all to the theatre world in the West End production of Slave Play.

Emilia Clarke (Daenerys Targaryen)

Emilia Clarke played the presumed last remaining Targaryen, and some would claim the rightful queen of the Iron Throne. Game of Thrones followed Daenerys as she grew from a young innocent girl to a powerful leader. Along with her dragons, Daenerys traveled far and wide to retake her spot as the leader of the seven kingdoms. Daenerys’ journey was one of the most compelling parts of the Game of Thrones series. Clarke received many Emmy nominations for her role as Daenerys Targaryen.

In 2019, Clarke played Kate in Last Christmas. She starred opposite Henry Golding in this romantic dramedy about a woman who learns the true meaning of Christmas and giving. Clarke also appeared in Above Suspicion, a movie about the first FBI agent convicted of murder. Clarke appeared in 2020 and 2022 in a theatrical production of Anton Chekhov’s  The Seagull. Clarke’s other post-Game of Thrones projects include Marvel’s Secret Invasion, The Amazing Maurice, and The Pod Generation. Her upcoming projects include the animated film The Twits and the Amazon Crime Drama Criminal. Netflix will release Twits in 2025.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Jaime Lannister)

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau’s Jaime Lannister tried to live an honorable life as the Kingslayer. He was always willing to bend the rules of honor when it came to protecting his family, especially Cersei. Jaime began Game of Thrones as one of the series’ antiheroes but slowly started to earn a heroic title, until all character development flew out the window like Tommen Baratheon (Dean-Charles Chapman).

Coster-Waldau appeared in two projects in 2019, Suicide Tourist and Domino. Coster-Waldau has roles in The Silencing, Krudttønden, Against the Ice, God is a Bullet, and The Last Thing He Told Me. Coster-Waldau was the lead in the Geffen Playhouse version of Macbeth in 2020. In 2024, he starred in the docuseries An Optimist’s Guide to the Planet. In 2023, he signed on to star in King and Conqueror for CBS Studios. Production began on the series in 2024.

Sophie Turner (Sansa Stark)

Sophie Turner played Sansa Stark on Game of Thrones. Sansa had a rough path to find her place in Winterfell and among the world of warring families and power thirst. Of all the Game of Thrones characters, her ending fit her journey the most.

Turner appeared in her ex-husband’s music videos for “Sucker” and “What a Man Gotta Do,” and expanded their family. Career-wise, Turner has been just as busy. She reprised her role as Jean Grey in X-Men: Dark Phoenix in 2019. Then she appeared in the revenge thriller Heavy. In 2020, Turner had the lead role in Survive, a TV series about a woman who survives a plane crash but now must survive being on a snow-covered mountain with only one other survivor. 

Turner kept busy with the projects Do Revenge, Every Last Secret, The Prince, and The Staircase. Her next projects include Joan and Trust. According to Deadline, Turner will reunite with Harington in the horror film The Dreadful. She will also lead an ensemble cast in the heist series Haven.

Alfie Allen (Theon Greyjoy)

Alfie Allen played Theon Greyjoy for Game of Throne’s eight seasons. Theon started the show as a Stark loyalist, but his desire for power and to live up to the Greyjoy name led to him betraying the family that raised him. Then he spent the final few seasons trying to make up for this mistake.

Allen played Isaac Pincher in the third season of the Hulu series Harlots. Allen’s TV roles also include White House Farm, SAS: Rogue Heroes, and the upcoming Safe Harbor. Safe Harbor also stars former Game of Thrones cast member Jack Gleeson. Game of Thrones stars Gemma Whelan and Mark Addy also have roles in White House Farm.  Allen’s film roles include a part in the Academy Award-winning film Jojo Rabbit. He starred opposite Beanie Feldstein in How to Build a Girl, a movie based on Caitlin Moran’s book. 

Allen appeared in Netflix’s 2021 movie Night Teeth. It’s a thriller about a chauffeur who ends up fighting for his life after he drives two women to five different parties in Los Angeles. In 2024, his movie McVeigh premiered at the Tribeca Festival. Also in 2024, he was cast to star alongside Shazad Latif and Samira Wiley in Atomic, a five-part series. 

Maisie Williams (Arya Stark)

Maisie Williams played Arya Stark, the girl who would have some of the most debated moments of the final Game of Thrones season. Arya was the adventurous, tomboy Stark girl who went from a young child to a girl with no name to one of the series’ greatest heroes.

Williams made her X-Men debut when The New Mutants finally hit theaters in 2020. She plays Rahne Sinclair, aka Wolfsbane, a Scottish mutant who shape-shifts into a wolf.  Williams also appeared in the films The Owners and the TV shows Two Weeks to Live, The New Look, and Pistol. 

In 2019, she also launched a social media platform called Daisie. It aims to be a networking site for creatives looking to collaborate on projects and to help newcomers receive exposure for their work. In 2022, Maisie Williams signed on to co-star with Freddie Highmore in the comedy Sinner v. Saints. The Hollywood Reporter mentioned filming on it was scheduled to begin in 2023, but as of June 2024, production has not begun. Williams appears in Press Your Luck. The film is based on the Michael Larson Press Your Luck cheating scandal.

Isaac Hempstead Wright (Bran Stark)

Isaac Hempstead Wright played Bran Stark, one of the youngest of the Stark clan. He kicked Game of Thrones off with a bang by showing that the show would, in fact, harm kids. Bran eventually becomes the Three-Eyed Raven and gains power.

Hempstead Wright is in a film called Voyagers. Voyagers depicts the story of 30 people sent into space to search for a new home. The film has an ensemble cast that includes Colin Farrell, Lily-Rose Depp, Fionn Whitehead, and Tye Sheridan.

Gwendoline Christie (Brienne of Tarth)

Gwendoline Christie played Brienne of Tarth, a brave knight who often faced challenges because of prejudices against women warriors. Her kind heart, loyalty, and honorable nature won her respect and love, especially from the Kingslayer.

Christie appears in The Personal History of David Copperfield. Dev Patel, Hugh Laurie, and Tilda Swinton also star in this movie. She played Titania in the 2019 Bridge Theatre stage production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Christie is part of the cast of Our Friend, a movie featuring Dakota Johnson, Casey Affleck, and Jason Segel. It is about a man who puts his life on hold when a couple, his best friends, receive life-altering news. 

In 2022, Christie starred in the black comedy Flux Gourmet. Her past TV appearances include The Sandman and Wednesday. In 2022, Variety announced that she would join the cast of Severance Season 2 – she’ll make her debut on it in 2025. In 2024, Christie will appear in the Sky Cinema family film Robin and the Hoods.

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Ahead of the 71st Primetime Emmys, much ado was had over how many awards Game of Thrones would win after its record-setting nominations. It seemed like some of awards would be certain wins, especially those like Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama, where multiple Game of Thrones nominees were present. Yet, when that particular award came up and the world waited to see which GoT actress got the win, Ozark's Julia Garner was the one whose name was called.

Sophie Turner, Maisie Williams, Gwendoline Christie, and Lena Headey didn't need to be very shocked, because the world was shocked for them. The Game of Thrones actresses occupied 2/3rd's of the nominations, and yet it was Julia Garner, one of the two actresses not affiliated with the fantasy drama ended up winning the award. What exactly happened that led to this moment?

We can only speculate of course, but it's completely possible this is a situation of "too many cooks" being in the nomination count. There were so many Game of Thrones actresses to choose from, voters may have been torn on which actress deserved the award over the others, splitting those votes and allowing an outsider to rise up. It could certainly be the case that all the voters were in Garner's corner from the start, but it's not quite as likely.

While Season 8 of Game of Thrones was divisive, it's hard to argue most of Game of Thrones nominees were undeserving. Sophie Turner's verbal showdowns as Sansa were breath-taking, and Maisie Williams made Arya look about as strong as she ever was in some (literally) killer scenes. And who can forget Gwendoline Christie (who self submitted) and the emotional scene when Jaime tore open Brienne's heart and went back to his sister?

If there was any nominated performance that could've been debated, one could say Lena Headey's Cersei did considerably less in the final season than she had in seasons past. That's not to say she wasn't incredible throughout a bulk of the series, but Season 8 gave her very little screen time to really remind audiences why everyone loves the Lannister queen so much. Perhaps if Cersei got just a bit more time to shine, Game of Thrones could've captured this award. Or not.

For the record, Julia Garner is fantastic as Ruth Langmore in Ozark. While it is shocking that all the Game of Thrones actresses lost, it's not at all like Garner is undeserving of the award, especially after fueling all of that fearsome redneck energy she delivers in the Netflix original. Any nominee upset about losing in the category needs only watch the first episode of Ozark Season 2 to understand why Garner deserved that recognition.

It's worth noting this category was not the only time this particular kind of upset happened at the 2019 Emmys. Julia Garner's Ozark co-star Jason Bateman ended up winning the Best Directing award, even while going up against multiple GoT candidates who helmed some of the most talked-about episode of any series this year.

While the many snubs may have been disappointing for Game of Thrones' cast and crew, it's fair to say the team and HBO were relieved that the show ended up winning the biggest award of the night for Outstanding Drama series. It may not be individual recognition, which Peter Dinklage got for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama, but there had to be some feeling of vindication when everyone took the stage for the one award the world was relatively sure Game of Thrones would win no matter what.

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Game of Thrones has already made history in the 2019 Emmys race by scoring a record number of nominations for a drama in a single season, but a few of those Emmy nominations wouldn’t have happened if some of the show’s stars hadn’t taken the initiative. Game of Thrones actors Gwendoline Christie (Brienne of Tarth), Alfie Allen (Theon Greyjoy), and Carice van Houten (Melisandre) all had to submit themselves for Emmy consideration. All three were rewarded with nominations for their Game of Thrones work, so why didn’t Game of Thrones recognize their contributions and submit them?

The answer is more complicated than Game of Thrones not considering the work of Gwendoline Christie, Alfie Allen, and Carice van Houten as worthy of Emmy recognition. Even without those three nominations bringing the Game of Thrones count up to 32, the show would have already beaten the previous Emmy record held by NYPD Blue for most nominations of a drama in a single season. The reality is that Game of Thrones had a lot of potential contenders to take an Emmy for their work in the final season, and decisions had to be made.

Of Game of Thrones’ massive cast, the show officially submitted Emilia Clarke (Daenerys Targaryen), Kit Harington (Jon Snow), Peter Dinklage (Tyrion Lannister), Lena Headey (Cersei Lannister), Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Jaime Lannister), Sophie Turner (Sansa Stark/Queen in the North), Maisie Williams (Arya Stark), and all received Emmy nominations. HBO president Casey Bloys addressed the question of why Gwendoline Christie, Alfie Allen, and Carice Van Houten were not among those submitted, saying this at the summer TCA press tour (via ET):

Casey Bloys’ comment that HBO helps the self-submitters and their representatives if they do decide to put their own hats in the Emmy ring at least indicates that Gwendoline Christie, Alfie Allen, and Carice van Houten weren’t all flying solo in trying to score an Emmy nomination for their Game of Thrones work. They did probably have to foot the bill to submit themselves, though. Self-submitters have to pay $225 for consideration. If this marks the first occasion that people who submitted themselves were subsequently nominated, then I would say it was money well spent for the three Game of Thrones actors!

It’s hard to argue that submitting an abundance of actors from a show doesn’t run the risk of overloading an Emmy category. Of those 32 Emmy nominations for Game of Thrones, there are several in the same category, meaning that there is quite literally no way that Game of Thrones can win 32 Emmys for those 32 nominations.

Emilia Clarke and Kit Harington are the only members of the Game of Thrones cast to receive nominations for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama and Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama, respectively, and Carice van Houten is the only Game of Thrones star to be nominated as Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama, but there are multiple Thrones stars in the two Outstanding Supporting categories.

Gwendoline Christie, Lena Headey, Sophie Turner, and Maisie Williams are all contending for the Outstanding Supporting Actress Emmy for Game of Thrones. Alfie Allen is up against Peter Dinklage and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau for the Outstanding Supporting Actor Emmy. The odds of a Game of Thrones actor winning in the Outstanding Supporting categories are pretty great, but the actors have to face that they could either lose to or defeat their friends and coworkers from Game of Thrones.

Not everybody agrees that Game of Thrones deserved all 32 of its Emmy nominations, as the final season was divisive at best. Still, pretty much all fans seem to agree that the shortcomings of the final season were not the fault of the actors, so it would be pretty satisfying to see some of the actors who had to put up with some harsh filming conditions in Season 8 take home a trophy for their efforts.

Could the facts that Theon Greyjoy (Alfie Allen) and Melisandre (Carice van Houten) died in Season 8 (in the same episode!) help the actors’ odds of winning? Well, Jaime Lannister died too, so Allen wouldn’t have that edge over Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, and it would be a shame if actors can only win Emmy recognition if their characters die. This was Game of Thrones’ final season, so it’s not like even the survivors, like Gwendoline Christie’s Brienne of Tarth, will be back short of a reunion or revival!

Find out which of the Game of Thrones stars do or do not win an Emmy for their work in the final season when the 2019 Emmys air on Sunday, September 22 on Fox, starting at 8 p.m. ET. The awards will be handed out without a host at the helm this year, which means that there will be quite a few differences. If you’re a cord-cutter who wants to watch (or just prefers streaming) the Emmys, check out our guide on how to watch the Emmys 2019 streaming.

Game of Thrones itself is available on digital already, if you feel the need to live or relive the highs and lows of the final season. Fans will never agree entirely on whether or not Season 8 was actually any good, but it's worth watching to see how Gwendoline Christie, Alfie Allen, Carice van Houten, and the rest say goodbye to their characters. Even if none of the self-submitters win the Emmy, at least their work was so solid that they earned their nominations.

Gwendoline Christie adored the final line of her Game of Thrones character, Brienne of Tarth. In the face a lot of close calls, including the Battle of Winterfell, Brienne managed to survive the series finale. She wrapped her time on Game of Thrones in a way that Christie loved.

Although she was shocked to make it to the finale in order to say it! The actress, who teased the final season to perfection ahead of its release (in my opinion), reflected on Brienne’s ending on Game of Thrones. Gwendoline Christie told the Los Angeles Times:

What was Brienne’s last line? She said it towards the end of the new small council's first meeting, which Tyrion was presiding over. As talk turned to construction in King’s Landing, Bronn suggested the rebuilding of the city’s brothels. To which, Brienne countered with a terse and spot-on response, saying:

Did King’s Landing end up building ships, brothels, or something else first? It is one of those unanswered questions that will haunt fans for a long time. Of course, there could be answers someday. That is if a spinoff with a succeeding story ever gets green-lit.

Gwendoline Christie previously talked about wanting to return for a reunion, ten years after Game of Thrones’ finale. I am all for that! If a Game of Thrones reunion ever happened, I would like to know what Brienne has gotten up to since. Undoubtedly she'll have had her share of adventure.

Gwendoline Christie’s pleasant surprise at Brienne living to the finale is most welcomed. There were a few touch-and-go moments where fans had to wonder if she would survive. Especially after that incredibly moving scene in which Brienne finally achieved her dream of officially getting knighted.

It would have been a total Game of Thrones move to have her experience such tremendous happiness, only to die shortly after that. Thankfully, Brienne survived that trap. Brienne concluded the series as the newly appointment Lord Commander of the Kingsguard.

Speaking of happiness, Gwendoline Christie also opened up about her Emmy nomination. Christie is nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. She is joined by several of her Game of Thrones’ co-stars in the highly-competitive category. Following news of her nod came word that Christie and some of her co-stars had to submit themselves. Christie talked about her decision to do so, saying:

How sweet is that? She did it for herself, her character, took a chance, and got nominated. The price tag to do so reportedly cost Gwendoline Christie and her co-stars a $225 entry fee. I would say it was money well spent. Christie, Carice Van Houten (Melisandre), and Alfie Allen (Theon Greyjoy) all submitted themselves and landed nominations.

It will be a while before the winners are announced. The 2019 Emmy Awards will air on Sunday, September 22, at 8 p.m. ET on FOX. There is no end date on Gwendoline Christie and her fellow nominees getting to bask in the glow of such a fantastic career accomplishment.

If you want to relive Game of Thrones’ final season and Gwendoline Christie’s Emmy-nominated performance, you can do so on digital. While you wait to see if Game of Thrones wins at the Emmys, there are lots of summer premieres to enjoy.

The Emmy nominations are out, and Game of Thrones got a lot of love for its final season. In fact, the show broke records with its astonishing 32 nods. Among the nominees are a bevy of the series’ incredible acting ensemble. Competing for the Best Supporting Actress in a Drama prize is Gwendoline Christie, who played Brienne of Tarth, on the HBO epic.

When it came to getting Emmy consideration, Gwendoline Christie (who is hopeful for a future reunion) had to strike out on her own. The actress was not placed into contention by HBO. The network confirmed to CBS News that Christie self-submitted herself and she was not alone. Some of Game of Thrones' other stars had to do so, as well.

Alfie Allen, who portrayed Theon Greyjoy, as well as Melisandre actress Carice Van Houten, both self-submitted. Doing so did not come without a lightening of the wallet. All three had to pay to get it done. It cost Allen, Van Houten, and Christie, a $225 entry fee to do so, per THR.

The pay off on the incredible feeling of getting nominated undoubtedly made it worthwhile. Of the Game of Thrones actresses nominated in her category, Gwendoline Christie is up against Lena Headey (Cersei Lannister), Sophie Turner (Sansa Stark), and Maisie Williams (Arya Stark).

Alfie Allen landed a nomination in the Best Supporting Actor in a Drama category. Among those nominated, he will be in contention with two of his Game of Thrones co-stars for the win. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Jaime Lannister) and Peter Dinklage (Tyrion Lannister) are among the seven actors who garnered nods.

Carice Van Houten, who played the Red Witch, Melisandre, earned a nomination in the Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series category. She is the only Game of Thrones actress nominated for that award. Van Houten appeared in a single episode of the final season. Her character returned in a significant way that altered the course of the Battle of Winterfell.

Interestingly, the actors who portrayed Brienne, Jaime, and Cersei all got Emmy nods. On the show, the characters were embroiled in a doomed triangle. In other trivia, Carice Van Houten and Alfie Allen’s characters both died during the Battle of Winterfell episode.

I am thrilled for the trio. Gwendoline Christie’s performance when Brienne finally became a knight was one of the stunning early highlights. Alfie Allen brought a final moving performance as one of Game of Thrones’ most complex characters, Theon Greyjoy. In her last bow, Carice Van Houten imbued crucial nuance to Melisandre’s abbreviated final arc.

It is a bit surprising that HBO did not want to recognize these performances, but excitement over the actors’ investment paying off is high. It will be interesting to see who wins. No matter the thoughts and feelings surrounding Game of Thrones’ ending, I am thrilled for the cast. It was the last chance for them to get acknowledged, and they earned it.

If you want to relive all of the nominees' terrific performances, you can already do so on digital. While you wait to see if Game of Thrones wins those Emmys, there are loads of summer premieres to enjoy.

Beware: spoilers for the series finale of Game of Thrones are discussed below.

Game of Thrones’ reign has ended. If you are hoping it is not over forever, Gwendoline Christie shares the sentiment. The actress who brought Brienne of Tarth to life is interested in a 10-year reunion. Citing a crucial bit of dialogue from the series finale, Christie shared her hope, saying:

If what Gwendoline Christie told The Wrap is not a bit of pick-me-up after Game of Thrones’ series finale, I do not know what is. Fans are still making their way through their thoughts and feelings regarding the final season. A ten-year reunion works for me!

I have to say that when Tyrion told Jon Snow to ask him about the way things shook out in 10 years, I did get a bit excited. There may be some way to pick the story up a decade from now. By then, the cast will have gained some distance from things. Hence, they may be willing to do a one-off two-hour movie, at least.

Asked to clarify if she was referring to a Game of Thrones reunion in 10 years, Gwendoline Christie responded:

That is so very true. Game of Thrones tied up a lot with its series ender. However, it would be interesting to explore what became of the events in the finale. Whether Brienne likes her new job. If Jon Snow is happy despite being at The Wall.

How Bran being the King of the Six Kingdoms and Sansa's rule as Queen in the North is playing out. If Arya found anything west of Westeros. How Tyrion is finding life as the Hand of the King and not having to worry about his monarch going mad, etc.

While HBO is not on board to do an Arya spinoff or sequel series, that does not mean you have to stop dreaming. Gwendoline Christie was asked about her ideas for a Brienne of Tarth spinoff. Not only did she respond; she also seemed really open to the idea. Christie said:

Unfortunately, a spinoff featuring both Brienne and Jaime is now out. Jaime died in the penultimate episode alongside his sister Cersei. Despite Jaime’s feelings for Brienne, he decided that if Cersei was a goner, so was he. That leaves a spinoff solely starring Brienne, which I would totally watch.

HBO is currently ruling out any sequel series starring members of Game of Thrones’ cast. So, for now, it seems fans will have to keep hope alive for a possible ten-year reunion. What will Brienne have been up to in that time? There is no shortage of possibilities.

When viewers last saw Brienne, she was the Lord Commander of the Kingsguard. She also edited The White Book of the Kingsguard to update Jaime Lannister’s story. Thanks to Brienne, future generations will know more about her friend and lover than his reputation as "Kingslayer."

On a related note, before Game of Thrones’ final season premiered, Gwendoline Christie teased the finale. She told GMA that some things would be “put to rights, and some things truly are not.” I could not have said it better myself.

Game of Thrones has been the home of many memorable lines, and the cast has their favorites. If you think that every actor’s favorite line has gotten said by them, though, think again. Gwendoline Christie, who plays Brienne of Tarth on the HBO hit has shared her pick. And, you guessed it, the line does not belong to her character.

Answering the question, Gwendoline Christie responded with one of her co-star’s lines. Whose line is it? Well, it belongs to someone she has worked closely with on Game of Thrones. Christie told TVLine:

Interesting selection. Gwendoline Christie chose Jaime Lannister’s line while praising actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau’s delivery of it. Coster-Waldau also selected it as his favorite line. How great is Christie’s observation? She sums up her co-star’s performance with brilliant eloquence, in my opinion.

Given who Jaime is now; it is hard to reconcile it is the same character who said it. For those who may need a Game of Thrones refresher on when this line was said, you are about to get it. Jaime uttered it during one of the most infamous scenes of the series, and it occurred in the Season 1 premiere.

While climbing the walls of Winterfell, Bran saw a shocking sight. That of Jaime and his twin sister, Cersei, hooking up. Unfortunately for Bran, he stayed in the window too long and got spotted by Cersei. Jaime grabbed him before he could get away. At first, it seemed like Jaime was going to let him go after asking Bran how old he was.

After hearing Bran was 10, Jaime said, “The things we do for love” and proceeded to push Bran out of the window anyway. Thus, bringing Game of Thrones’ series premiere to a shocking end. You can see Jaime utter the infamous line in the clip below, beginning at the 3:14 mark:

That line cemented Jaime’s willingness to do anything for Cersei. The casual way that Jaime says it is bone-chilling, with his voice devoid of the ominous tone his actions betray. Personally, I find it to be the most shocking moment of the first episode, and it also set the stage for the series’ cutthroat nature.

How epic would it be if “The things we do for love” were the line that Bran greets Jaime with in the season premiere? The two should meet again in Game of Thrones’ final season, because their face-off has been a long time coming. And, Sunday’s premiere could reveal how the Starks respond to Jaime’s return to Winterfell.

Considering how things went the last time, there should be sufficient tension. Perhaps “The things we do for love” will be exchanged for the “The things we do to survive.” That will probably be the mantra said to allow for Jaime’s presence at Winterfell. Humanity will need his help to survive what is coming.

Find out what other memorable lines get said in Season 8 when Game of Thrones returns this Sunday, April 14, at 9 p.m. ET on HBO.

Nervously awaiting the final season of Game of Thrones? Well, prepare to become just a tad bit more anxious. Gwendoline Christie, who plays Brienne of Tarth on the HBO hit, recently teased the new season. In doing so, she revealed her reaction to reading the scripts for Season 8. This is what Christie had to say:

This sounds intense! It is hard to know which parts are the most alarming. That Gwendoline Christie told Good Morning America that she was “deeply startled” is near the top of the list. In a world filled with darkness, there are few things left that one could imagine someone finding startling. Apparently, Game of Thrones is about to change that.

Bad things may be coming your favorite character's way. While it may be bad news for them, it may not be bad all around. Gwendoline Christie made it clear that she believes Game of Thrones’ showrunners have striven to deliver. Given the expectations, that is saying something.

Still, Gwendoline Christie’s tease is tinged with the ominous, which is not the first time a cast member has hinted along those lines. If you are looking for a happy ending that may not be in store. Of the final episode, not to be confused with the season overall, Christie says:

Wait. What? Are the Night King and his army going to destroy humanity? Is Cersei Lannister going to remain the Queen of the Seven Kingdoms? Will Brienne not have a happy ending? Or, worse yet, not survive the season? Gwendoline Christie's latter tease seems more specific than characters living and dying.

Gwendoline Christie’s comments make me think that it has to do with the overall rights and wrongs of the series. Leading one to ask: What are the things that have not gotten righted yet and who do they involve?

The Starks have been at the pointy end of the sword when it comes to many of the wrongs that been leveled. Brienne has sworn her sword to the Stark sisters. The only score they have yet to settle is with Cersei. Arya seems primed to deal with that when all is said and done.

One wrong is that Jon Snow grew up believing he was Ned Stark’s illegitimate son. When he is actually the rightful heir to the Iron Throne, superseding Daenerys’ claim to it. Is it possible that the truth will never come out? It seems doubtful.

However, stranger things have happened on Game of Thrones. Sam and Bran could rationalize that learning the truth would ruin his newfound (and incestuous) relationship with Daenerys. Maybe they choose to stay quiet?

Could Jaime and Brienne see their friendship end on an unfortunate note? That also seems doubtful. They have come a long way, and their friendship seems pretty rock solid at this point. It is all very anxiety-inducing to contemplate. Regardless, it does not sound assuring. As long as Tormund and Brienne share another scene, this fan will be happy.

Fans are about to find out for themselves as years of mystery are about to come to an end. Find out how Brienne of Tarth’s adventure concludes when Game of Thrones’ final season premieres. The end begins when Season 8 starts Sunday, April 14 at 9 p.m. ET on HBO.

Star Wars fans, if you thought that Ron Howard's upcoming feature film Solo: A Star Wars Story was all the madcap intergalactic action you'd see from the franchise before Episode IX got here, get ready to celebrate. Disney has announced the new TV series Star Wars Resistance is coming later this year. An animated action-packed adventure that will be set in the time before The Force Awakens, Resistance will also feature the return of a couple of franchise stars in Oscar Isaac and Gwendoline Christie.

While details are usually very slight for a project like this, Star Wars Resistance comes with some key elements already out in the open. The series will center on the young pilot Kazudo Xiono, who was tapped by the Resistance as a spy meant to keep tabs on the First Order. Since this will be before the events of The Force Awakens, we will possibly learn a bit more about Rey and her unwitting connections to Kylo Ren. But for now, only three returning characters have been revealed.

Fans can look forward to hearing the returns of Poe Dameron and Captain Phasma, who will be voiced by Oscar Isaac and Gwendoline Christie, respectively. BB-8 will also be involved, and Star Wars Resistance will introduce many more new pilots and other characters. Considering how polarizing the films' use of Captain Phasma were, I bet fans will be hyped to hear that her story will get fleshed out more here. And personally, I'm hoping to see Poe getting his signature duds for the first time, as cornball as that might be.

Those aren't the only cast members that were announced, either. Star Wars Resistance will also boast the talents of SNL vet Bobby Moynihan, Community's Jim Rash, Scrubs' Donald Faison, Silicon Valley's John Brener, Elena of Avalor's Myrna Velasco, East Enders' Suzie McGrath, Days of Our Lives' Christopher Sean, Legion's Scott Lawrence and Tammy's Tiny Tea Time's Rachel Butera. Now, of course, all I want is for this show to be successful enough to get a live-action counterpart, so that we can see Bobby Moynihan and Jim Rash as live-action Star Wars badasses.

Star Wars Resistance, which first made waves as a potential TV series around the time of Star Wars Rebels' end, was created by Rebels bossman Dave Filoni, who explained why this was where he wanted to put his Star Wars interests next.

Bringing an anime style to this universe can only mean good things, right? Star Wars Resistance is currently set to make its massive debut this fall on Disney Channel, where fans can find episodes premiering weekly, with encore airings hitting Disney XD. To see what'll show up on TV before then, head to our summer premiere schedule.

Warning: SPOILERS ahead for Star Wars: The Last Jedi!

Star Wars: The Force Awakens returned audiences to the galaxy far, far away and introduced us to new and exciting characters. One of the new characters that had people excited going into the film, was the very cool-looking Captain Phasma, played by Game of Thrones favorite Gwendoline Christie. Some fans felt Phasma was underserved by J.J. Abrams film and hoped that she would get her due and a chance to shine in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. She was not really a big deal in the movie and, in fact, Rian Johnson's film leaves her fate very much in question. Even Gwendoline Christie is in the dark about her character's future. The actress conveyed her worry that Phasma won't return, saying:

Speaking with The Times, Gwendoline Christie seems really invested in Captain Phasma and loves being a part of Star Wars. The actress has spoken about how much it mattered to her to be a part of Star Wars and to play such a powerful female character, so it is somewhat sad to hear this. Prior to The Last Jedi we had heard that Rian Johnson and Gwendoline Christie had developed a backstory for Captain Phasma and that is probably what the actress wants to see explored. Unfortunately, the only greater insight we got into Captain Phasma in Rian Johnson's film is what her eye looks like.

My interpretation of The Last Jedi was that Finn likely killed Captain Phasma when he knocked her into a fiery chasm while the Supremacy fell to pieces. But I know that not everyone feels that way and if the character survived the horrors of a trash compactor, surely she can survive being knocked out while a ship explodes around her. That's the tricky thing with there being no overarching plan for this new Star Wars trilogy ahead of time. In Rian Johnson's mind, Captain Phasma could be dead and Finn killing her symbolizes that his character has finally committed to the Resistance and the fight against the First Order. But much like with Rey's parents, J.J. Abrams could decide while working on the script for Episode IX, that he'd like to use Phasma again and devise a way the character survived.

I find it unlikely that Captain Phasma will return in Episode IX. The focus should now be on Kylo, Hux and hopefully, finally, the Knights of Ren. Captain Phasma was a character fans wanted more out of, not because of what she did on-screen, but simply because of her badass look and the equally badass actress playing her. If she doesn't return that is a bummer for Gwendoline Christie who clearly loves the character, but hopefully the Captain Phasma will at least be explored more in one of the various comics or novels that make up the expansive new canon.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is still in theaters but should be out on Blu-ray soon and chock full of deleted scenes. For all the latest in Star Wars news, keep it tuned to CinemaBlend.

Warning: major spoilers ahead for Star Wars: The Last Jedi! Don't read any further if you have not seen Rian Johnson's foray into the world of Star Wars yet!

Now that Star Wars: The Last Jedi has debuted in theaters, one of the most talked-about elements of the film is the series of great character moments. That said, there's one character who tragically gets short-changed by the narrative: Gwendoline Christie's Phasma. The First Order Captain once again underwhelms audiences after the promise of a truly badass turn, and it's hard to shake the feeling that something is not quite right. With two lackluster appearances under her belt, it raises one earnest question: what the hell does Star Wars even want to do with Captain Phasma?

The reveal of Gwendoline Christie's shock trooper comes reasonably late in Star Wars: The Last Jedi's story -- a stark contrast to her early appearance in The Force Awakens. Showing up when DJ (Benicio del Toro) betrays Finn (John Boyega), Rose (Kelly Marie Tran), and BB-8, her pivotal moment to shine occurs when Amilyn Holdo (Laura Dern) flies a Resistance ship through the First Order cruiser. Engaging in a last-ditch melee against Finn, the film cuts the battle surprisingly short when the new Star Wars hero quickly gets the upper hand and sends Phasma tumbling into a potentially firey grave on a lower deck of the ship.

There's no denying that it's a cool scene, but it also leaves many people scratching their heads. Captain Phasma has been held up as a main character in the franchise since the earliest moments of The Last Jedi, and the films have not done a great job of explaining why audiences should get excited to see her on-screen -- aside from the fact that her armor looks cool and she's played by Game of Thrones' Brienne of Tarth. After two movies, we still don't care about her, and that's not a good thing. After all, we don't want another underwhelming Boba Fett situation on our hands, do we?

Here's the thing: this is important because Star Wars needs a character like Captain Phasma. For starters, she's a female villain in a franchise whose antagonist roles are almost exclusively male. Beyond that, she's one of the few members of the First Order ranks who looks like she can put up a fight without using The Force, as Hux (Domhnall Gleeson) clearly isn't going to get his hands dirty anytime soon. Rey (Daisy Risley) has Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) as an arch nemesis, but the more secular members of the Resistance like Finn and Poe Dameron (Oscar Isaac) need a proper bad guy to face off against. Alas, as of right now, the Star Wars franchise is failing Captain Phasma as the best possible candidate for that role.

With all of that said, it does need to be mentioned that we have only seen two-thirds of Phasma's story play out on the big screen so far. Although the character falls hundreds of feet into a pit of fire after her fight with Finn in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, it very much feels like Finn doesn't quite finish her off. There's still a genuine possibility that she could show up in Star Wars: Episode IX to cap off her arc, but it doesn't change the fact that her first two appearances have arguably failed to create a mystique that lives up to her badass armor design.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi is currently in theaters, so if you're looking to go on an adventure in a galaxy far, far away, make sure to check out our in-depth review of the film, as well as our helpful To 3D guide, and order your tickets now!

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After years and years of waiting, Star Wars: The Force Awakens delivered not only thrills, but also answers to some of the biggest questions that fans have been asking about the fictional universe since the release of Return of the Jedi. Of course, the film was not only considered Episode VII, but also the launch pad for a brand new trilogy of movies that will work to complete the story of both the characters to whom we've just been introduced, and the ones we've known and loved for decades. Basically, once the wait for The Force Awakens ended, the wait for Star Wars: The Last Jedi began.

As we do with all big upcoming blockbusters, we've thrown together a handy guide for the next chapter of the legendary sci-fi story -- utilizing all of the information that we got from The Force Awakens as well as all of the rumors and reports that have been swirling around. Let's start with a look at the most recent theatrical trailer:

That trailer gave us a taste of what we can expect from Star Wars: The Last Jedi, but what else have we learned in the multi-year-long run-up to the eighth chapter in the Star Wars saga? Read on and find out!

SPOILERS AHEAD: This article contains spoilers for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. If you want to read our spoiler-free review, click here. The rest of you, read on... but know that you have been warned.

What Is The Star Wars: The Last Jedi Release Date?

Arriving almost exactly two years after its immediate predecessor series-wise, Star Wars: The Last Jedi will arrive in theaters on December 15, 2017. If every day is a struggle for you not seeing it, you can always bust out copies of the original trilogy, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (we can't morally recommend revisiting the prequels).

What Is The Star Wars: The Last Jedi Rating?

Intended to be family-friendly entertainment, the Star Wars movies have always gone for either a PG or PG-13 rating, and Star Wars: The Last Jedi is not breaking with that tradition. The MPAA has given the blockbuster the latter grade, citing that parents should attend screenings with audience members younger than 13 because of "sequences of sci-fi action and violence."

The Director

Director J.J. Abrams was the man put in charge of laying the groundwork for what will be the future of the Star Wars saga, but it was decided that he would not be back to take the helm of the next chapter. After directing The Force Awakens, Abrams will be staying on as an Executive Producer and creative consultant for the franchise, while the reins will be handed over to writer/director Rian Johnson (who landed the gig back in June 2014). Star Wars: The Last Jedi will be the first time that the young filmmaker has taken the helm of a franchise feature, though his experience does give us a great deal of confidence in his abilities. He broke out onto the scene with his fantastic, gritty neo-noir Brick, and he has followed it up with both the fun caper The Brothers Bloom and the trippy time travel action movie Looper. With that most recent title in particular he has demonstrated a knack for sci-fi storytelling, and it's exciting to think of what he will do with a mix of iconic characters.

The Title

Fans spent years referring to Rian Johnson's entry in the Star Wars franchise as simply Star Wars: Episode VIII, but on January 23, 2017 it finally got a title. As seen above, it was officially announced that the blockbuster would be called Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The news came with no further details about the blockbuster, leaving many to question exactly to whom the name is referring. It turns out that it's Luke Skywalker, as he was identified as such in the opening crawl of Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

What Is The Star Wars: The Last Jedi Story?

Rian Johnson has written the script for Star Wars: The Last Jedi - though no firm details about the larger plot have been revealed yet (let's not forget that we never actually got a full plot description for Star Wars: The Force Awakens). Really, the only thing we know about the story is where it will begin: it's been confirmed by the writer/director that the movie will break from franchise tradition and begin immediately after the end of The Force Awakens, bringing us back to the frozen moment shared between Rey and Luke Skywalker at the end of J.J. Abrams' blockbuster.

At this point, we really can't say what the established characters will be facing -- but we certainly do expect the new movie to continue some important plot threads from Episode VII. Will Luke wind up teaching Rey in the ways of becoming a Jedi, or is he still too shattered after the events with Ben Solo a.k.a. Kylo Ren? (given his line, "the Jedi must end" in the trailer, training may not be his bag anymore). How will Leia operate in the aftermath of her son killing his father? (and how will it deal with the sad real life loss of Carrie Fisher?) What will Finn do now that he's free from the First Order's clutches? What will Poe Dameron and BB-8 get up to now that they are reunited? These are all questions that we will address as we get further into this feature!

Rey

Rey, as portrayed by Daisy Ridley, shares many things in common with the path of Luke Skywalker -- with perhaps the most important being that she is positioned to be the central protagonist of a Star Wars trilogy. When we were first introduced to her, she was a scavenger living in poverty on the desert planet Jakku, trading parts from crashed ships for food. As The Force Awakens played out, however, she not only proved herself as an adept fighter and pilot (now at the helm of the Millennium Falcon), but also was revealed to be Force sensitive and on the path towards becoming a Jedi.

But will Rey actually become a Jedi? That's certainly a question that Star Wars: The Last Jedi will need to address. Following the map provided by BB-8 and R2-D2, Rey is able to find Luke Skywalker at the end of The Force Awakens, but after everything he's been through it's hard to say whether or not he will be up for taking on a new Padawan. The teaser certainly suggests some work using the Force, both lifting rocks and meditating on both sides of the universe-binding energy, but the last line suggests that Skywalker may not be willing to train Rey as a knight. Our heroine really doesn't have anything to lose in the matter, because if he says no she can either go back to her life of waiting on Jakku or join the Resistance against The First Order (fighting with her nifty new lightsaber). But knowing how Star Wars typically works, one can guess that she is on the path towards fighting for the Light Side -- perhaps to finally bringing balance to the Force.

Another continuing mystery about Rey is the identity of her parents. We learn in Star Wars: The Force Awakens that she was left on Jakku at a young age with no real knowledge of where she came from -- so that will surely be a thread that's picked up in The Last Jedi. Fans have speculated that she could be the daughter of Luke Skywalker, but obviously we have no way of really knowing whether or not that's true just yet.

Finn

When we last saw Finn (John Boyega), he wasn't in the best of shape. Adequately enraged following the death of Han Solo, he decided to take on Kylo Ren in a lightsaber dual, and ended up on the losing end. The good news is that he survived the battle, ready to continue on as a soldier for the Resistance... but he will probably also have a wicked scar going up his spine as a result of the student of the Dark Side's final blow.

It's hard to say what Star Wars: The Last Jedi will have in store for Finn, beyond a desire for some revenge against Kylo Ren. It certainly doesn't look like he will be up on his feet when the story starts, given that the earliest look we got at him in the teaser was him in a comatose state. One possibility story-wise is an exploration of exactly why he decided to betray The First Order and leave his life as a Stormtrooper. As we learn in The Force Awakens, he never had any discipline or attitude problems prior to the moment we meet him on Jakku -- so why did he suddenly have such a big revelation? Was it just seeing all of the madness around him, or perhaps something bigger?

Like Rey, there is a certain "origin story" element that seems open for exploration. "Finn" is not really the character's name, but instead an adaptation of his given Stormtrooper code number, FN-2187. But who was he before he was taken by The First Order? What happened to his parents? These are all questions to which the sequel could wind up delivering answers.

Poe Dameron

Though he wasn't given quite the same level of spotlight that was given to Rey and Finn, Oscar Isaac's Poe Dameron is equally as exciting as both of them as a new character. Not only does he own the cutest droid in the entire Star Wars universe (more on BB-8 later), but he is also a badass X-Wing pilot who helped the Resistance blow up The First Order's Starkiller Base.

Presumably we won't spend half of Star Wars: The Last Jedi thinking that Poe is dead (not that we believed it in The Force Awakens), but there is a big question mark when it comes to exactly how he will be involved. His position as the ace fighter for the Resistance means that he will be a key part of any mission against The First Order, but hopefully we will see him spend more time as part of the core group of characters including Rey and Finn (a la Luke, Leia and Han from the original trilogy). Given the torture session that occurs in the first act of J.J. Abrams' movie, Dameron does have a personal bone to pick with Kylo Ren (like a lot of people), so perhaps that will be what connects him to the main story in the sequel and keeps him involved. Unfortunately, the trailer only gave us a look at him in a sequence where a Resistance hanger is doing a bit of exploding - which could wind up being really thrilling.

Luke Skywalker

After barely appearing in Star Wars: The Force Awakens (and not even having a single line of dialogue), Luke Skywalker has a chance to play a significant role in Star Wars: The Last Jedi - with Mark Hamill finally getting some legit screen time. As mentioned, the movie will begin with his legitimate introduction to Rey, but there is still the looming question as to whether or not he will actually train her in the ways of the Jedi - and Rian Johnson will most definitely have to address that issue.

While Luke didn't have much of a role, Star Wars: The Force Awakens did give us the opportunity to learn a good amount about what happened to him in the 30 years since we last saw him... and most of it isn't positive. After discovering that his nephew, Ben Solo, was Force-sensitive, Luke decided to take the young one under his wing and teach him the ways of the Light side. Unfortunately, his student wound up getting corrupted, killing a bunch of people, and sending Luke into exile. That's quite a lot to come back from, and I'm sure we'll witness a lot of his emotional journey in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. It's also worth noting that the title of the film refers to him, as he has spent many, many years as the only person in the universe to go through Jedi training and remain on the Light Side of the Force.

General Leia Organa

Star Wars: The Force Awakens was certainly more about introducing the new characters than revisiting the old ones, but the reality is that Carrie Fisher's General Leia Organa was put in an extremely important position for the future of the Star Wars franchise. Of course, a small part of it is her sibling relationship with Luke -- what with him being the last Jedi and all -- but that just generates a fraction of what makes her important.

Certainly more significant than the identity of her brother is the fact that her son, Ben Solo a.k.a. Kylo Ren, is not only the new central antagonist of the series, but also the man that killed her husband and true love, Han Solo. She also happens to be the leader in the largest organization fighting back against the tyrannical rule of The First Order, and is the one giving missions and instructions to characters like Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron. She should play an extremely important part in Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

Of course, how that will lead into Star Wars: Episode IX is now a major question mark. When Carrie Fisher passed away in December 2016, she had completed all of her work on Star Wars: The Last Jedi, but nothing for the final chapter in the modern trilogy. We don't currently know how the actress' untimely death will affect the future of the franchise, and probably won't know for a good amount of time following the release of the Rian Johnson blockbuster.

Chewbacca

Chewbacca (Peter Mayhew) and Han Solo were friends for decades and decades, going back long before we met them in a Mos Eisley bar in A New Hope. As the story goes, Han actually managed to rescue the Wookie from slavery -- and in eternal gratitude, Chewie promised a life debt that would see him stay with the space pirate until the very end. Sadly, that end came during the events of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, when Kylo Ren put his lightsaber through Han's chest.

So where does Chewbacca go from here and into Star Wars: The Last Jedi? He probably has the option to go back to his home world, Kashyyyk, but given how many years he's dedicated to anti-totalitarian movements, one can assume that he will probably stay with Resistance going forward. As we saw at the end of Episode VII, he seemed more than happy to stay on as the co-pilot of the Millennium Falcon with Rey, so perhaps those two will wind up becoming best buddies. Considering Rey can speak droid, maybe she can speak the Wookie language as well.

Kylo Ren

Now that we've taken a close look at all the good guys, let's change gears and switch over to the Dark Side of the Force, shall we? You've already read a good amount here about Adam Driver's Kylo Ren, but let's look at things from his perspective...

Born Ben Solo, Kylo Ren was Force sensitive from a young age, and was one of the students taken in by Luke Skywalker after he started his own Jedi academy. Unfortunately, he wound up being seduced to the Dark Side of the Force thanks to Supreme Leader Snoke, and after killing all of the other Padawans, he went after Luke. The Jedi master went into hiding, and Kylo Ren found himself positioned as one of the leaders within The First Order. His number one mission above all else is to see the death of the last Jedi -- which he still believes was the ultimate goal of his grandfather, Darth Vader.

Kylo Ren comes close to finding Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, but after meeting the duo of Finn and Rey, he walked away empty handed and sporting a brand new scar on his face (at least it's a legitimate reason for him to wear his mask). His quest to kill Luke certainly isn't over -- especially now that he has killed Han Solo -- but it is worth noting that he is a guy filled with inner conflict, and uses his connection to the Dark Side of the Force to control the light within him.

DJ

Star Wars: The Force Awakens had no shortage of bad guys to root against -- from Kylo Ren to General Hux to Captain Phasma to Supreme Leader Snoke (more on all of them in a bit) -- but it seems that there will be yet another new antagonist introduced to the Star Wars universe in The Last Jedi. In July of 2015, it was reported that Benicio Del Toro was offered a key villain role in Rian Johnson's upcoming film. Since then we've learned that he will be playing a character named DJ, but very little has been revealed about him beyond that. He's only been featured fleetingly in the marketing, so it seems that his full impact on the movie will only be shown up on the big screen.

Captain Phasma

Given that she was played by the incredibly likable Game of Thrones star Gwendoline Christie, Captain Phasma emerged as one of the most exciting new characters in Star Wars: The Force Awakens during its marketing campaign... but we were all really let down. The character doesn't really do much of anything in the movie, and has earned negative comparisons to Boba Fett (looks seriously cool, but doesn't actually have an active role).

Fortunately, the door is open for the character to be seriously expanded in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The fate of the chrome-covered Stormtrooper was a bit unclear at the end of The Force Awakens - dropped into a garbage compactor somewhere in the Starkiller Base -- but it's not impossible to believe that she could have escaped before the whole place blew up. If that's the case (and we've certainly heard rumors that suggest that it is), then hopefully Rian Johnson will take full advantage. Similar to how practically everyone is looking for some kind of payback against Kylo Ren, Phasma probably isn't too happy with the heroes who left her for dead in a garbage chute.

General Hux

General Hux (Domhnall Gleeson) is clearly a very important part of The First Order in Star Wars: The Force Awakens - given that he is regularly seen barking orders, and is specifically carted away by Supreme Leader Snoke before the Starkiller Base can be destroyed. That being said, we really don't know anything about him. He clearly takes a good amount of pleasure in his rank, but nothing has been revealed about his past or why he wound up joining the post-Empire bad guys in the Star Wars universe. Given that he survived the events of the first movie, Rian Johnson will at least have the opportunity to give him a bit more of the spotlight and possibly provide him with a bit more backstory.

Supreme Leader Snoke

If you were disappointed by Supreme Leader Snoke in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, know that you're not alone. The character is supposed to be the ultimate new big bad in the Star Wars franchise, and he's played by performance capture legend Andy Serkis, but he doesn't actually do anything in the J.J. Abrams film beyond show up as a giant, seated hologram and ask for updates about what's going on with The First Order. This would be especially lame if there wasn't any guarantee for a sequel, but thankfully that's not the case.

At the controls of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Rian Johnson now has the chance to really deliver us a full-on look at Snoke (hopefully not in hologram form), and give Serkis something to do. Presumably he is a master of the Dark Side of the Force, and the truth is that we'll never get sick of seeing that on the big screen. After how lame the ultimate villain appeared in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, hopefully he gets fully redeemed in the next chapter.

Maz Kanata

Played by Oscar winner Lupita Nyong'o, Maz Kanata certainly ranks as one of the weirdest new individuals introduced to the Star Wars universe in The Force Awakens, but she's also one of the most exciting. She is easily one of the oldest characters in the fictional universe (ranking alongside Yoda), and she manages to come across as both cute and wise simultaneously (not the easiest thing to do). Perhaps most importantly, though, is the fact that her age has given her a lot of knowledge, and it's very clear that she knows a hell of a lot more than just what's revealed in the 2015 blockbuster.

It should be noted that there's no guarantee that Maz Kanata will return in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, given that she mostly played a bit role in The Force Awakens - but the smart money says that she will be back. After all, she still has to help answer one of the biggest lingering mysteries from J.J. Abrams' movie: where did she find the lightsaber that once belonged to both Anakin and Luke Skywalker?

The Droids

First there was Luke, Leia and Han, and now we not only have Finn, Rey, and Poe, but also the droid triumvirate that includes legends C-3PO (Anthony Daniels), R2-D2, and the newcomer BB-8. The ball droid certainly got the most action in Star Wars: The Force Awakens - riding around in Poe's X-Wing and carrying around the movie's big MacGuffin -- but 3PO and R2 had their roles to play as well. Both of them are still on the side of good as part of the Resistance (albeit while R2 remains in a low power state).

We don't really know how all of the droids will fit into the events of Star Wars: Episode VIII, but we fully expect their roles to, at the very least, be expanded. Given his immense popularity, BB-8 will probably still be rolling around with Poe and his pals, and both R2-D2 and C-3PO will probably be absolutely thrilled that Luke Skywalker is back in the picture. The story of Star Wars has arguably always been told through the perspective of the droids, and it's hard to imagine the new movies breaking from that tradition.

Rose Tico

Star Wars: The Force Awakens obviously introduced fans to a lot of great new heroes, but Star Wars: The Last Jedi will be getting in on that action as well. Soon audiences will be getting to know Rose Tico, who is played in the movie by Kelly Marie Tran. Because of the secrecy surrounding the project, there isn't a great deal of information publicly available about the character, though we do know that she is a maintenance worker who fights for The Resistance, and that she has a sister who is also a dedicated member of the cause.

Despite ultimately being underutilized in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Captain Phasma is still one of the most visually striking characters from the return of the saga films. From the first look at the character, a tall and imposing figure decked out in shiny chrome storm trooper armor and a cape, fans knew that this person meant business and they wanted to see more of her. For the actress behind the helmet, Gwendoline Christie, seeing her costume was the culmination of a childhood dream and the physical manifestation of powerful women. Here's what she had to say about seeing her costume for the first time:

Captain Phasma's armor was arguably the most badass in the film, regardless of gender, and had fans believing that this character would take up the mantle of Boba Fett for this new trilogy, a cutthroat villain whose face you never see. As Kathleen Kennedy pointed out to Gwendoline Christie, this is a far cry from the tight-fitting and skin-baring female superheroes that have graced comic book pages for decades. The Captain Phasma costume was originally designed for Kylo Ren before it became the menacing armor of the First Order captain. Fortunately, under Kathleen Kennedy's regime they didn't feel the need to sexualize the Phasma armor just because a woman would now be wearing it. Indeed this new trilogy is making up for the dude fest that the original films were by creating a bunch of fierce female characters to root for and against.

Gwendoline Christie also told The Indian Express that being in Star Wars was a lifelong dream she campaigned for due to her love of Princess Leia as a child. The no-nonsense, intelligent and capable Princess has seemingly become the template for female Star Wars characters in this new age. Though she received the old trash compactor treatment at the end of The Force Awakens, Captain Phasma managed to survive and will be returning in Star Wars: The Last Jedi and hopefully, she will be getting a meatier role this time around. She may even be ditching the blaster and wielding a weapon more suited to Brienne of Tarth as she continues to hunt Finn and the Resistance.

We don't know if Gwendoline Christie will get to show her face in Rian Johnson's film or whether she will be an always-masked enigmatic figure a la Judge Dredd or Boba Fett. Either way, Captain Phasma returns for revenge when Star Wars: The Last Jedi hits theaters on December 15. Pre-order your tickets for opening weekend now.

With Disney now controlling the property and expanding it to standalone films, we should expect a new Star Wars movie every year for the foreseeable future. And it all started off with J.J. Abrams' The Force Awakens, which introduced a bevy of new characters. And while characters like Rey and Poe were well received, Gwendoline Christie's Captain Phasma got a more icy reception. Fans of the Game of Thrones actress thought she was underused and felt that the character was essentially an excuse for a cool costume. But now it looks like the Star Wars gods have listened, because Phasma will have a larger role in The Last Jedi.

This news comes to us from director Rian Johnson himself, who recently revealed how much he is a fan of both Gwendoline Christie, and Captain Phasma herself. He said,

Thank the old gods and the new, because it looks like Brienne of Tarth will be making a bigger splash in her next adventure in a galaxy far, far away. This statement (which comes to us from EW) is sure to be a relief to critics of The Force Awakens, and for all those Phasma Phans out there.

While anticipation for Captain Phasma was sky high before the release of The Force Awakens, the film actually contained very little of the Stormtrooper Commander. She was physically present in big moments over at the Resistance, but Phasma only ended up having 8 or so lines in the entirety of the film. Furthermore, she never took off her helmet, so fans didn't even get to see Gwendoline Christie's face-- how was she even supposed to act at all under there? Phasma has been one of the biggest points of contention among the community, so it's definitely a good sign that she'll be "in action" this time around.

It should be interested to see exactly how Captain Phasma is utilized during the events of The Last Jedi. The resistance is apparently in a bit of a jam, so I'm sure we'll see the chrome killer engage in a battle agains the Resistance forces. She also no doubt has a vendetta against John Boyega's Finn, who is a traitor who went on to humiliate her when he and Han entered Starkiller base. The former Stormtrooper has added insult to injury, and Phasma doesn't strike me as a forgiving lady.

All will be answered when Star Wars: The Last Jedi arrives in theaters on December 15th. In the meantime, you can check out 2017 release list to plan your next trip to the movies, and get your Gwendoline Christie fix with Game of Thrones Sundays on HBO.

Young Adult adaptations come in all shapes and sizes these days. The ones that stand apart and thrive do so because of the level of talent associated with the projects. We've seen this time and time again with The Hunger Games franchise, and The Maze Runner films. The Darkest Minds is one of the next major YA adaptations to make its way to Hollywood, and the project has just taken a significant step forward with the casting of Game of Thrones star Gwendoline Christie in a pivotal role.

According to a new report from THR, Gwendoline Christie has officially signed on for a role in the upcoming adaptation of The Darkest Minds. Although we don't know too much about the overarching plot of the film (aside from what we can glean from the actual source material), Christie's role has been described as a "vicious" bounty hunter who very much enjoys her work. She joins a cast that already includes Mandy Moore, Amandla Stenberg, and an assortment of up and coming teenage actors.

The casting of Gwendoline Christie as a badass bounty hunter like this only serves to reinforce the notion that she's one of the toughest women in Hollywood. Known for her roles as Brienne Tarth on Game of Thrones and Captain Phasma in the Star Wars franchise (not to mention her imposing 6'3 height), Christie has the unmistakable look of a badass female action hero. If she brings even a fraction of the sheer muscle and toughness to The Darkest Minds that she does to Game of Thrones, then we can rest easy knowing that she will be a character to remember in this project.

Based on the book series by Alexandra Bracken, The Darkest Minds takes the traditional dystopian trappings of the average YA story and dials them up to eleven. The series centers on a vision of America that has been ravaged by a pandemic that has left an overwhelming majority of children dead. Those who survive the plague develop a bizarre array of superhuman abilities and are subsequently round up and placed into internment camps. This particular tale follows a young teenage girl who escapes from her camp and goes on the run with a group of other teenagers who have similar abilities -- think Maze Runner meets X-Men: Days of Future Past. Needless to say, we were already excited, but the casting of Gwendoline Christie just made this one of the most highly anticipated YA adaptations of the next few years.

We will bring you more information related to Gwendoline Christie's upcoming role in Darkest Minds as new details become available to us. Make sure to check her out as Captain Phasma when Rian Johnson's The Last Jedi debuts later this year on December 15. Stay tuned for more details and make sure to check out our movie premiere guide for more information related to the rest of this year's major theatrical debuts!

Anyone who’s been keeping up with Game of Thrones knows the fierce pride, loyalty and strength of will that actress Gwendoline Christie has brought to her role as Brienne of Tarth. Now she’s branching out to, hopefully, bring some of those same qualities to another role in Top of the Lake.

A report from Variety says that Gwendoline Christie will be appearing on the upcoming second season of the BBC Two and Sundance TV drama Top of the Lake. The intense mystery show stars Mad Men’s Elisabeth Moss as Detective Robin Griffin, a Sydney police officer who heads back to her hometown in a remote part of New Zealand to investigate the pregnancy and disappearance of a 12-year-old girl. The first season received mostly positive reviews, and the show was praised as being “masterfully made,” “riveting,” and “a masterpiece.”

Gwendoline Christie got her start as a model in 2002 when she caught the attention of a photographer and posed for a series of photographs from 2002 through 2008. During that time, she trained at the Drama Centre London, graduating in 2005. Her first notable roles were on the stage. Among other performances, she appeared in “Mirandolina,” “Cymbeline,” “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” and “Dr. Faustus.”

A short film called The Time Surgeon saw Gwendoline Christie make her film debut in 2007. She went on to nab roles in The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus, The Zero Theorem, Wizards vs. Aliens, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 and Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens as Captain Phasma, the series’ first female Stormtrooper. Christie is currently filming Swallows and Amazons and Star Wars: Episode VIII.

Gwendoline Christie is, of course, best known for her work on Game of Thrones, where she helps bring Brienne of Tarth to life for the show’s millions of fans. Brienne is a tough woman; taunted all of her life for being tall, strong and plain, she’s turned what would have been a life of woe-is-me tales for some other women, into a life filled with honorable duty and adventure. To prepare for the role, which Christie began playing in Season 2, she studied stage fighting, sword fighting and horsemanship. Christie’s performance as Brienne, which has been called an “eloquent and economical physical performance,” has seen her nominated for a 2014 Saturn Award and, along with her Game of Thrones cast mates, three consecutive SAG Awards for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama.

There’s no word yet on who Gwendoline Christie will play in Season 2 of Top of the Lake, and there has also been no word yet on what the main plot of the season will involve. All the information that’s been released so far is that this season will deal with the investigation of a new murder case and take place four years after the first season.

Well, there’s no doubt that any role in Top of the Lake that’s being played by Gwendoline Christie will be a joy to watch. You can catch her performance when the show returns to Sundance TV in late 2017.

In the build up to Star Wars: The Force Awakens, one of the most intriguing new characters was Gwendoline Christie’s chrome-plated badass Captain Phasma. After all, writer and director J.J. Abrams did call her his favorite character. What we got on screen, however, wasn’t much, as she’s only in a handful of scenes and doesn’t really have anything substantial to do. Like many Star Wars characters before her, Phasma never removes her helmet, and according to Christie, there’s an interesting reason why.

Gwendoline Christie is getting ready to return to HBO’s Game of Thrones when it comes back in a couple months, but when Entertainment Weekly caught up with her, the subject of Star Wars: The Force Awakens came up, as it likely will for the rest of her professional life, and probably beyond that. When asked about the decision to keep her character’s face hidden, the 37-year-old actress explained the choice, saying:

In a climate where actresses are often judged more on their appearance than their actual performances, to completely hide Gwendoline Christie in metallic armor is indeed an interesting choice. It’s also one that cuts off a valuable tool in an actor’s repertoire, facial expressions--and to be honest, her armor even cuts down on the amount of body language she can use--and it presents a unique acting challenge.

This is, of course, far from the first time Star Wars has kept characters largely hidden from view behind masks. Until we saw John Boyega’s Finn, the movies hadn’t really shown the faces beneath the stormtrooper helmets, Boba Fett never removes his mask, and it’s not until the very end of Return of the Jedi that we saw what Darth Vader looked like underneath his terrifying black helmet (I guess you can argue that, chronologically speaking, there’s a lot of pre-Vader Anakin Skywalker to be seen).

As is the case with all things Star Wars, there’s a shroud of secrecy surrounding Captain Phasma’s continuing role in that far, far away galaxy. Though there are no specifics to speak of, there has been a great deal of talk about how she will have an expanded role in the upcoming Rian Johnson-directed Star Wars: Episode VIII, which just began filming the other day. We’ll have to wait a while to find out what she’ll be up to, but I still have hope that Phasma will be as good as we all hoped.

Star Wars: Episode VIII hits theaters December 15, 2017, but we’ll get another Star Wars fix later this year when Rogue One: A Star Wars Story opens on December 16.

As is the case with most movies, there were things in Star Wars: The Force Awakens that didn’t make the final cut. You can’t keep everything or every movie would four hours long, and in the editing process a number of scenes and moments had to be excised. The Oscar-nominated editors of The Force Awakens, Mary Jo Markey and Maryann Brandon, recently revealed that there was originally more from Captain Phasma and Unkar Plutt.

When The Hollywood Reporter caught up with Mary Jo Markey and Maryann Brandon at the recent Nominees Night, the reporter asked about things that were left out of the final cut of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Markey started it off revealing that there was supposed to be more of Captain Phasma. She said:

Given how much hype there was surrounding the chrome-plated Captain Phasma, played by Game of Thrones star Gwendoline Christie, leading up to Star Wars: The Force Awakens, many fans were let down by how little the character is actually in the film. Though this doesn’t sound like much, it does indicate that she was, at one point, more of a presence, though it’s hard to give orders from inside a garbage chute. We have heard that she’ll play a bigger role in the upcoming Rian Johnson-directed Star Wars: Episode VIII, which we’re looking forward to because there’s the potential for her to be totally badass.

Maryann Brandon was asked the same question, and she shared that we almost saw more of Simon Pegg’s character, the shady junk dealer Unkar Plutt, and it sounds like it would have been an awesome scene. She said:

Over the course of the saga we’ve heard it threatened that Chewbacca might rip off a few arms, but as of now we’ve never seen it depicted on screen. Maryann Brandon goes on to say that it was ultimately cut because, while it was a funny homage to those limb-ripping references from the earlier Star Wars films, it just didn’t quite fit with the rest of the scene, emotionally.

That makes sense. By the time they reach Maz Kanata’s castle, things are pretty serious. If Unkar Plutt, the Crolute junk boss of the desert planet of Jakku, shows up and is maimed in this manner, it might have driven home that Rey couldn’t go back to her home. But it works better for her arc if she reaches this decision on her own, that she realizes her destiny is out in the galaxy, not back on Jakku, rather than having her hand forced. Still, I would love to see a deleted scene of Chewbacca pulling of Simon Pegg’s arms.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens just crossed the $2 billion threshold at the worldwide box office, Star Wars: Rogue One opens on December 16, and Star Wars: Episode VIII just started filming and will open December 15, 2017.

Warning: Spoilers for Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Look, Star Wars: The Force Awakens has more than proven itself as a box office giant and a critical success. Does that mean that the film is flawless? Of course not. One of the most glaring flaws in the film comes in the form of the woefully underdeveloped Captain Phasma (Gwendoline Christie). Despite her awesome look and all of the hype associated with the character, she ultimately had very little impact on The Force Awakens. This problem will seemingly be rectified in the future, as she will have an expanded role in Episode VIII.

Gwendoline Christie spoke to People while on the red carpet at the SAG awards this weekend and confirmed the return of Phasma when Star Wars: Episode VIII hits theaters:

Despite how badass Captain Phasma looked in all of the promotional material for the film, by the time the film finally hit theaters, the character had very much found herself relegated to the background of the film. She carried a sense of menace with her during her early appearances, but there ultimately was very little pay off once Finn and Han Solo decided to throw her down a garbage chute, after she dooms Starkiller base by acquiescing to their demands and dropping its shields. Many rumors had suggested that the character would imbue the franchise with the same level of menace and general badass vibes that Boba Fett had originally brought during his first appearance, which sadly did not turn out to be the case. Given the actress' extensive combat experience on projects like Game of Thrones it would be a shame for her to never get her hands dirty at some point during the new trilogy of Star Wars films.

There have been numerous fan theories about how Phasma could potentially be fleshed out in future episodes. Some have theorized that she’s actually a double agent for the resistance who sends Finn on a mission to meet up with Poe Dameron and free him, while others have posited that she’s a force sensitive being in league with Snoke. Really at this stage it seems as though anything could happen because we know so little about her as a character. Check out the rest of Christie’s conversation with People below:

We will just have to wait and see how Star Wars: Episode VIII expands and fleshes out the role of Captain Phasma. Although she had very little to do in Episode VII, we get the sense that there’s something about her that we don’t quite know yet. Star Wars: Episode VIII will hit theaters on December 15, 2017.