Gemma Arterton Set To Star in FUNNY GIRL Series Adaptation
Gemma Arterton (Quantum of Solace, Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters) is set to star in a series adaption of Nick Hornby’s bestselling novel Funny Girl for Sky and NOW.
Arterton will take on the role of Barbara Parker, “a force of nature who takes London by storm during the cultural explosion of the 1960s. The series follows the character’s journey from Blackpool beauty queen to comedy superstar and nation’s sweetheart.”
Arterton said in a statement, “It’s a heart-warming story of an ambitious woman with a dream of making people laugh – it’s going to be something special. It’s an honour to be working with such an incredible team and be reunited with my first ever director, Oliver Parker.”
Arterton will be joined by Clare-Hope Ashitey (Riviera), Arsher Ali (Informer) and Alexa Davies (White House Farm). The show is being written by Morwenna Banks (Damned) and directed by Oliver Parker, who previously helmed Arterton’s film debut, St. Trinian’s.
Director of comedy for Sky Studios, Jon Mountague, said: “With Morwenna Banks’ brilliant script, this was the perfect opportunity to bring a contemporary take on this inspiring story. Funny, smart and revealing – exactly what a Sky original comedy should be, and we can’t wait.”
Source: Variety