Dame Jilly Cooper, the talented English author has written some of the most fantastic novels of her time and continues to be one of the most beloved writers of all time, and that also includes her splendid work.
Rivals, one of her books that was released in 1988 is finally getting a much-deserved adaption by Hulu, directed by Elliot Hegarty, and we’re here to tell you all about it.
Rivals is for anyone and everyone who can handle a little bit of drama, a whole of raunchiness, and some comedy, because that’s the briefest way we can describe Hulu and Disney+’s upcoming series. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about Rivals, from the plot to the cast and much more, so make sure you’re buckled in!
What is the Plot of Rivals?
The series will closely follow the work of Dame Jilly Cooper as the series is set in the county of Rutshire and follows the lives and rivalries of upper-class society. The main focus of Rivals will be on two main characters, Rupert Campbell-Black and Tony Baddingham, who are neighbors, and of course, rivals unlike you have ever seen before.
This takes place during the changes in independent television which took place in 1986. You can catch a glimpse of the same in a teaser released by Hulu.
The Cast of Rivals
There’s no doubt that one of the best parts about Rivals is the ensemble cast, unlike we have ever seen before.
Some of the lead cast members of the series include David Tennant (Doctor Who, Broadchurch), Oliver Chris (A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Green Wing), Aidan Turner (Being Human, Poldark), Katherine Parkinson (The IT Crowd, Doc Martin), Victoria Smurfit (Trial & Retribution, The Run of the Country), Alex Hassell (Violent Night, Locked In), Danny Dyer (The Football Factory, EastEnders), and Luke Pasqualino (The Musketeers, Love Bite) and several other beloved actors and actresses.
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When and Where Can You Watch Rivals?
Ever since the on-screen adaptation of Dame Jilly Cooper’s novel was announced, fans all across the world have been anxiously waiting for more details about the series.
Sadly, as of now, there is no set release date for the series, however, one doesn’t have to worry much because it is slated to be released in 2024. Make sure you keep a lookout on our website for any updates about Rivals, because we won’t let you miss out on it!
Conclusion
An ensemble cast like that is more than enough to attract someone to Rivals, and we’re certain that’s exactly what has happened. We would love to know in the comments below what you think about this series so far!