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Emily Blunt leads the cast of Netflix’s upcoming romance, Walk the Blue Fields, alongside Andrew Scott, Tom Cullen and Ciarán Hinds

n “electric” adaptation of Claire Keegan’s short story, Walk the Blue Fields, is coming to Netflix – and its cast list is seriously brilliant.

The upcoming romance film has reportedly added Andrew Scott (Fleabag), Tom Cullen (Downton Abbey) and Ciarán Hinds (Belfast) to its cast, which is led by Oscar nominee, Emily Blunt (Oppenheimer).

Emily Blunt at Venice Film festival with pink lipstick © Getty Images
Emily Blunt leads the cast of the upcoming film

Walk the Blue Fields is definitely going on my watchlist. Not only is the film based on author Claire’s captivating story, which has been hailed as “pure magic,” but it’s produced by Oscar-winning production company Element Pictures (Poor Things, Room), alongside leading star Emily’s Ledbury Productions and Compelling Pictures (Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody).

Actress Emily previously described the story as “aching and electric”. She said in a statement: “I’m so deeply excited to embark on bringing Claire Keegan’s aching and electric short story to life as a movie. I’m grateful to this creative team who have made the development of it thus far so magical.”

Keep reading to find out all we know so far…

What is Walk the Blue Fields about?

Set in Ireland, the upcoming romance follows a woman who is faced with a heart-wrenching decision on her wedding day, when a love triangle from her past threatens to be revealed.

John Crowley (Brooklyn) will direct the film, while playwright and screenwriter Conor McPherson pens the script.

Meet the cast

Emily Blunt, known for her roles in The Girl on the Train, The Devil Wears Prada and her Oscar-nominated turn in Oppenheimer, will lead the cast.

Andrew Scott has also joined the cast© WireImage
Andrew Scott has also joined the cast

She’s joined by Andrew Scott, who’s known for his BAFTA-winning performance in Sherlock, as well as roles in Fleabag, Ripley and All of Us Strangers.

Meanwhile, Tom Cullen is a familiar face on our screens thanks to his roles in Downton Abbey, The Gold, Trespasses and Knightfall.

Tom Cullen wearing a black suit at the "Trespasses" photocall © Getty
Tom Cullen has been cast in the drama

Oscar nominated actor Ciarán Hinds is famed for his roles in Persuasion, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and Belfast. 

When will the film be released?

Considering the main cast has only just been announced, audiences could be waiting a little while until the film arrives on screens. It’s not yet known when the film will go into production.

Great romance films to watch while you wait

The Notebook – Based on Nicholas Sparks’s best-selling novel, the tear-jerking romance stars Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams as Noah and Allie, two young lovers separated by class who reunite years later to face their unresolved feelings.

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Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams star in The Notebook

About Time – Richard Curtis’ brilliant 2013 drama follows hopeless romantic Tim (Domhnall Gleeson), who uses his ability to travel back in time to try and find true love. Rachel McAdams, Bill Nighy and Margot Robbie also star.

When Harry Met Sally – This charming enemies-to-lovers tale stars Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal as the titular pair, who first meet as university graduates sharing a ride to New York City. After arguing over whether men and women can just be friends, they go their separate ways before running into each other five years later.

Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan in When Harry Met Sally© CASTLE ROCK ENTERTAINMENT. All Rights Reserved. / MGM
Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan star in When Harry Met Sally

Notting Hill – In Richard Curtis’ 1999 film, famous actress Anna Scott (Julia Roberts) is in search of a normal life when she meets awkward bookshop owner Will Thacker (Hugh Grant) in London’s Notting Hill. Cue an unexpected love affair.