Jonathan Bailey has captivated audiences with his charm, wit, and undeniably mesmerizing voice. Now, he’s putting his voice to use in a completely different way.
of Jurassic World: Rebirth The star will play the legendary Count Dracula in Audible’s ambitious new adaptation of Bram Stoker’s 1897 gothic horror novel, and it’s safe to say that listeners are in for an unforgettable experience.
Known for her velvety speaking style and magnetic screen presence, Bailey seems the perfect person to embody literature’s most infamous vampire. Fans have been obsessed with his romantic hero, but this time they’ll hear him lean into something darker, more seductive, and far more dangerous.
Bailey leads an all-star English-language cast that includes Ella Purnell as Mina Murray, Amy Lou Wood as Lucy Westenra, and Lewis Partridge as Jonathan Harker. The ensemble also stars David Johnson as Dr. Seward, Lesley Manville as Mrs. Westenra, Johnny Flynn as Renfield, Frances Lovehall as Arthur, and Maggie Gyllenhaal as Professor Van Helsing.
According to Deadline, the film follows Mina as she piece together letters, diaries, and eyewitness accounts after her fiancé disappears in Transylvania. As Dracula’s influence spreads to those closest to her, Mina finds herself at the center of a terrifying battle against an ancient evil that may have already invaded her mind.
The executive producer is pet cemetery Filmmaker Mary Lambert makes her audiobook directorial debut with a screenplay adapted by Robin Ahern. Composer Ilan Eshkeri. Previous Audible works include the following: 1984provides the original score.
This new work joins Audible’s growing series of star-powered literary works. The company recently announced murder in the parsonageToni Collette plays Miss Marple and Kit Harington, as well as pride and prejudice Featuring works by Marisa Abella and Harris Dickinson, as well as George Orwell 1984led by Andrew Garfield and Cynthia Erivo.
In announcing the project, Audible’s head of international content, Aurélie de Troyer, emphasized how classic stories are naturally suited to audio.
“When Dracula whispers in your ear, when you hear his footsteps in the dark and there’s no reflection, it’s time to understand why this story is home to us,” she said. “Our work elevates the psychological thriller. dracula‘Score. “
dracula It will be released for the first time on October 1st in English, French, Italian, Castilian Spanish, and Latin American Spanish. A German version will be released on February 9, 2027, followed by a Brazilian Portuguese version in 2027.
Source: Gayety – gayety.com
