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Netflix is ​​assembling a powerhouse team for its next major British thriller. What’s on Netflix? Specifically revealed that Damson Idris (Snow, f1) is set to star and executive produce Lord’s Dayis a political action-thriller based on the novel by House of cards Author Michael Dobbs.
If the name Michael Dobbs sounds familiar, it should. he is the author behind House of cardsThe novel that spawned the iconic BBC miniseries and, of course, Netflix’s first major original series. Now, Netflix is ​​heading back to the Dobbs Library to deliver what promises to be an explosive, fast-paced ride through the halls of Westminster.
6-part series in production bad WolfThe acclaimed UK production powerhouse behind massive global hits like am a doctor, their dark stuffAnd Industry.
What is Lord’s Day About this?
While the original Michael Dobbs novel focused on a massive hostage siege that takes place during the state opening of Parliament, the Netflix adaptation is dialing up the action, centering the story around a lone-wolf protagonist.
Here is the official synopsis of the series:
“At the State Opening of Parliament, British spy Harry Jones (Damson Idris) finds himself inside the iconic building amid lockdown. As the siege escalates, loyalties are tested and selfless sacrifices are made, leading to a desperate fight for survival where not everyone will make it out alive. Can Harry use his skills and training to become the nation’s savior? Based on the novel by Michael Dobbs (House of Cards), It is a fast-paced action thriller set in the heart of British power.”
who is behind Lord’s Day?
The series features a fantastic creative team both in front of and behind the camera.
leading the series Damson IdrisWho will play the role of British spy Harry Jones. Idris is best known for his breakout role as Franklin Saint in FX’s Snowand starred opposite Brad Pitt in the Oscar-nominated film f1. Idris will also serve as executive producer on the series.
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The writing team is led by Sam Vincent And jonathan brackleyWho will serve as head writer and executive producer. The pair hail from British TV royalty, having previously written hit thrillers Scary, human beingsAnd better.
Directed and executive produced the series ben channonwhose excellent tension-building was seen in the hit surveillance thriller Capture And missing.
For Bad Wolf, Television Titans jane tranter And dan mcculloch Will executive produce. He is associated with the executive producer joel collins and manufacturer Chris May.
What is the production status of Lord’s Day?
The project is currently in active pre-production.
filming is about to start spring 2026 in the United Kingdom. As a Bad Wolf production, we expect filming to be based at their state-of-the-art Wolf Studios Wales facility in Cardiff, which houses some of the UK’s most ambitious television builds.
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