Get ready for a wild ride back to the 1980s as the star-studded cast of Disney+'s 'Rivals' promises to deliver an explosive mix of sex, scandal and power plays on the small-screen adaptation of Jilly Cooper's bestselling novel.
- June 27, 2024
AceShowbiz - Danny Dyer, known for his iconic role in "EastEnders", portrays Freddie Jones on the eight-part series, "Rivals", an electronics millionaire set against the backdrop of 1980s England. The series boasts a star-studded cast, including David Tennant, Emily Atack and Aidan Turner.
Dyer's character is initially seen in disguise, sporting a long brunette wig and bushy mustache. The trailer reveals a cast of larger-than-life characters engaged in racy scenes, promising a blend of comedy and drama.
The series delves into the cutthroat world of independent television, focusing on the rivalry between Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) and Lord Tony Baddingham (David Tennant). Aidan Turner plays Declan O'Hara, a television presenter who must decide between the BBC and the ambitious Corinium channel.
Other notable characters include Sarah Stratton (Emily Atack), an ambitious woman who uses her looks to climb the social ladder, and Deputy Prime Minister Paul Stratton (Rufus Jones), who is experiencing a midlife crisis.
Executive producer and author Jilly Cooper praised the cast, saying, "I couldn't have dreamed of a better ensemble cast. I cannot wait to be on set and see them bring the characters I love so much to life."
The series, which has already begun production, is set to premiere on Hulu in the U.S. and on Disney+ in other countries later this year. Fans of Cooper's novel and British comedy and drama enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the release of "Rivals".
