The most debonair, suave and charming man in all of Ireland, the talentedMr.Andrew Scott, returns for his latest project inNetflix’sRipleyas the titular character. Already adored for his work in the likes ofSherlock, Fleabagand nowAll of Us Strangers— alongside fellow heartthrob from the Emerald Isle,Paul Mescal— Scott now takes the lead in the latest adaptation of thePatricia Highsmithnovel,The Talented Mr. Ripley.
The series, which was originally put together by Showtime, was packaged off to Netflix in February of last year. Scott is joined in the series byJohnny Flynn, Dakota FanningandEliot Sumner. Flynn will portray Richard “Dickie” Greenleaf, the wealthy and spoiled son of Herbert that escaped to Italy and becomes the target of Tom’s focus, while Fanning plays Marjorie “Marge” Sherwood, the closest friend and romantic interest of Dickie.Sumner will play a friend of Dickiewho soon becomes suspicious of Tom’s intentions.
The most notable adaptation of the novelwas directed byAnthony Minghella, was released in 1999 and became a critical and commercial success. The film’s main cast includedMatt Damonas Tom Ripley,Gwyneth Paltrowas Marge Sherwood,Jude Lawas Dickie Greenleaf,Cate Blanchettas Meredith Logue, andPhilip Seymour Hoffmanas Freddie Miles. It garnered significant acclaim, grossing $128.8 million worldwide against a budget of $40 million. The film also received five Academy Award nominations, a fair reflection both on the quality of the film and its legacy and impact on Hollywood.
What Is ‘Ripley’ About?
The novel is a psychological thriller, in whichthe story revolves around Tom Ripley, a young man from New York City who struggles to make a living. He engages in small-time scams and is approached by a wealthy shipbuilder, Herbert Greenleaf, who mistakes Ripley for a Princeton acquaintance of his son, Dickie Greenleaf. Greenleaf sends Ripley to Italy to persuade Dickie to return to the United States and join the family business.
In Italy, Ripley becomes infatuated with Dickie’s lavish lifestyle and develops an obsession with him. After feeling rejected and sensing that Dickie is about to cut him loose, Ripley’s adoration turns dark, leading him down the most sinister of paths and his desire for the upper crust way of life takes over his mind.
Ripleywill premiere on April 4th, only on Netflix. Check out the trailer for the series now.
