Audible is set to release a fresh adaptation of Jane Austen’s beloved classic Pride and Prejudice in multiple languages, including English, Castilian Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Brazilian Portuguese.
Written by Lulu Raczka and directed by Dionne Edwards in her audio drama debut, this new version marks the 250th anniversary of Austen’s birth. The adaptation stays faithful to the original text while adding an intimate perspective on Elizabeth Bennet’s sharp wit and inner thoughts.
The English-language audio drama, featuring Marisa Abela as Elizabeth Bennet and Harris Dickinson as Mr. Darcy, will debut on September 9 in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, India, and Australia. The production also stars Will Poulter as Mr. Wickham, Jessie Buckley as Caroline Bingley, Tosh Ibrahim as Mr. Bingley, and Glenn Close as Lady Catherine de Bourgh. Additional cast members include David Gyasi, Rosalind Eleazar, Bertie Carvel, and Bill Nighy among others.
Abela expressed excitement about portraying Elizabeth Bennet, calling the character one of literature’s most iconic and intelligent figures. Dickinson described playing Mr. Darcy as a transformative experience that deepened his understanding of the character and Austen’s world.
Produced in collaboration with Brock Media, the audio drama features immersive sound design by Brain Audio and an original score by Morgan Kibby. Audible Europe’s content lead Aurelie de Troyer praised the production’s ability to bring Austen’s timeless romance to life through the unique intimacy of audio.
In addition to Pride and Prejudice, Audible’s slate of literary adaptations includes George Orwell’s 1984, Agatha Christie’s The Mysterious Affair at Styles, and a Charles Dickens trilogy produced by Sam Mendes. The company is also preparing a new audio series of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter books, with the first installment slated for release at the end of 2025.
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