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Netflix unveils first look at The Age of Innocence adaptation
Netflix has released first-look images for The Age of Innocence, an eight-episode series based on Edith Wharton’s 1920 novel.
The story is set in 19th-century New York high society and follows lawyer Newland Archer, Ellen Olenska and May Welland in a love triangle.
Ellen has returned to society after fleeing her marriage, while Newland faces a choice between love and duty.
The series stars Camila Morrone, Ben Radcliffe and Kristine Froseth.
Its themes include freedom, identity and the pressure to follow social convention.
Netflix describes the adaptation as a fresh take that stays true to Wharton’s story while speaking to a new generation.
The outlets disagree on the premiere date: one says February 18, 2027, while the other gives February 28.
Netflix released first-look images for its eight-episode adaptation of Edith Wharton’s The Age of Innocence.
The series is described as a contemporary reimagining of Wharton’s 1920 novel, set in 19th-century New York.
Camila Morrone stars as Ellen Olenska, Kristine Froseth as May Welland and Ben Radcliffe as Newland Archer.
Showrunner Emma Frost leads the adaptation, which explores a love triangle and themes including freedom, duty and identity.
The release date is reported differently: AV Club says February 18, while What’s on Netflix says February 28, 2027.
- Who
- Netflix is releasing the series, created by showrunner Emma Frost. The cast includes Camila Morrone, Kristine Froseth and Ben Radcliffe.
- What
- Netflix unveiled first-look images for its eight-episode adaptation of The Age of Innocence.
- When
- It is scheduled for February 2027. AV Club reports February 18, while What’s on Netflix reports February 28.
- Where
- The story is set in 19th-century New York; filming took place mainly in Prague, Czech Republic.
- Why
- The series adapts Edith Wharton’s novel and explores forbidden love, freedom, duty, identity and love.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
The series began filming, mainly in Prague, Czech Republic.
Filming wrapped.
Netflix released first-look images, according to the articles published that day.
The series is scheduled to premiere on Netflix; the articles give different dates, February 18 and February 28.
- Episodes
- 8
- Source novel
- Edith Wharton’s 1920 novel
- Showrunner
- Emma Frost
- Main cast
- Camila Morrone as Ellen Olenska; Kristine Froseth as May Welland; Ben Radcliffe as Newland Archer
- Filming location
- Mainly Prague, Czech Republic
- Reported release dates
- February 18 or February 28, 2027
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What people are saying
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The story is about the choice between following your heart or staying with duty and convention.