Netflix’s upcoming British limited seriesDamagedhas just added new cast members. The three-episode erotic thriller follows three individuals who form a love triangle filled with obsession, forbidden desire, and dangerous decisions. The story is based on a 1991 novella by authorJosephine Hart. Like most relationships based on obsession, it’s just a matter of time until things come crashing down.
Through his official Twitter account,Richard Armitageannounced he is now part of the cast and took a selfie with some of his fellow cast members, which includeIndira Varma,Charlie Murphy, andRish Shah. The cast is set to bring to life a story that was previously told in a 1992 drama of the same name, which starredJeremy Irons,Juliette Binoche, andMiranda Richardson. 1992’sDamageearned Richardson an Oscar and BAFTA nomination (she won the latter), and a César Award nomination to Binoche.
Armitage is best known for his role as Thorin inThe Hobbitfilm series. He was also in Epix’sBerlin Stationand had a recurring role on NBC’sHannibal. Recently, Armitage starred inOcean’s EightandAlice Through the Looking Glass. On Netflix, he was onThe StrangerandStay Close.
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Varma rose to prominence after playing Ellaria Sand on HBO’s hit seriesGame of Thrones, but she was also previously known for starring in critically acclaimed series such asLuther,Rome, andSilk. Recently, she was inCarnival Row,Patrick Melrose, and did voice acting for Prime Video’sThe Legend of Vox Machina. She is set to star in the upcomingObi-Wan Kenobiseries and inMission: Impossible 7, which gotpushed back to 2023.
Murphy is an Irish actor who’s most known for her roles as Jessie Eden inPeaky Blindersand Ann Gallagher inHappy Valley. She was also in BBC’sThe Villageand Academy Award nomineePhilomena. The actor is also attached to star in Paramount+highly anticipatedblockbuster seriesHalo, which premieres next week.
Last but not least, Rish Shah is also attached to star in a major TV series: he’ll play Kamran in Marvel’s upcoming seriesMs. Marvel, whichpremieres in June. Shah made his acting debut inPrankMeand had small roles in HBO’sYears & Yearsand BBC’sCasualty. He was also in Netflix’sTo All the Boys: Always and Forever.
Damageis adapted for television and written byMorgan Lloyd-Malcolm, who is shifting from the theater to taking on a TV series, andBenji Walters, who also makes a TV series writing debut. The limited series will be directed byGlenn LeyburnandLisa Barros D’Sa, both of whom co-directedOrdinary Love,Good Vibrations, andCherrybomb.
Netflix is yet to reveal further details fromDamage, including trailer and release date.
