Looking for a new Netflix show to binge? Listen up — Vladimir, a sexy new Netflix show based on the critically-acclaimed, bestselling novel by Julia May Jonas, is set to drop next month — and if the trailer is anything to go by, it's going to be an instant fan favourite.
Jacob and Margot ain't got nothing on these two.
Weisz, who is beyond beguiling and sexy in everything she does — from starring in The Favourite with Olivia Coleman and Emma Stone to queer drama Disobedience and My Cousin Rachel — will also executive produce, alongside Catastrophe and Bad Sisters actor and creator Sharon Horgan.
The comedy-drama will have eight episodes in total and promises lots of twists, surprises and steamy, romantic vibes. Oh, and it also stars the internet's boyfriend, Leo Woodall. Intrigued? Here's everything you need to know about the Vladimir cast, plus release date info:
When is Vladimir on Netflix?
You don't have too long to wait — Vladimir finally drops on Netflix on March 5.
Who’s in the cast of Vladimir?
One of the most appealing things about the new show is its stacked cast of Hollywood stars. Here's everyone in the Vladimir cast, plus some info on where you might have seen them before.
Rachel Weisz is no stranger to sexy, protagonist roles — just look to her work in The Favourite and The Mummy for proof of that.
In Vladimir, she plays an unnamed lead character, who's navigating a pivotal moment in both her professional and personal life. She's got a lot going on — she's a writer, professor, wife, and mum. As with any good rom-com, she finds a love interest just as everything else seems to be unravelling around her.
Fresh off his One Day and Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy fame, Leo Woodall stars as Rachel Weisz's enigmatic younger colleague Vladimir (hence the name) at the small liberal arts college that she's worked at for decades. Vladimir just so happens to also be a writer and professor — and the object of Weisz's character's obsession. We don't blame her, tbh.
Slattery plays the protagonist’s husband, who also happens to be at a personal and professional stalemate. You might know the actor from his work in the TV series Mad Men or films Spotlight and Nuremberg.
Jessica Henwick, who you might know from Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery and Amazon's Silo series, takes on the role of Cynthia in Vladimir. Cynthia just so happens to be the wife of Leo Woodall's character, which might make things a bit difficult for our protagonist. Fans of the book will already know how everything plays out, but it sounds like Cynthia will provide some friction for the lead character, adding another layer to the feeling of forbidden love.
Mickey 17 and Black Mirror star Ellen Robertson will play Sid in the show, who's the daughter of Rachel Weisz and John Slattery's characters. Again, book fans will already be familiar with the character, but not much has been shared about her in the show notes, so we guess we'll just have to watch the series to find out more about Sid and how the relationships affect her own relationship with her parents.
Starring The Night Manager's Camila Morrone.
As well as our main cast listed above, Vladimir features a dynamic mix of talented names, as well as rising talent to keep your eye on, including Kayli Carter (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Mrs. America, Private Life), Miriam Silverman (Your Friends & Neighbours, The Sign in Sidney Brustein’s Window), Mallori Johnson (Is God Is, Steal Away), Matt Walsh (Veep, The Perfect Date), Tattiawna Jones (Murderbot, Station Eleven), and Louise Lambert (Chucky, Doc, Ginny & Georgia).
Watch this space for more Vladimir updates…
Tyra Banks' infamous “I was rooting for you!” tirade is tame, at this point.
