Anya Taylor-Joy Joins ‘How To Kill Your Family’ As Lead Character Grace Bernard

As a die-hard fan of Anya Taylor-Joy, I can confidently say that her career is a rollercoaster ride of unparalleled excellence! From her chilling performances in horror flicks to her voice acting prowess in family-friendly films like Super Mario Bros., she’s proven time and again that she’s got the acting chops for any role thrown at her.


Anya Taylor-Joy continues to thrive in her acting career with another intriguing project coming up. Following her splashy appearances in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and Dune: Part 2, she will soon grace our television screens with a unique endeavor. She’s set to star in the Netflix series adaptation of “How to Kill Your Family,” originally written by Bella Mackie in 2021. The promising series is also the brainchild of up-and-coming talent Emma Moran, who serves as its creator, executive producer, and writer.

In the series, Taylor-Joy portrays Grace Bernard, a daughter who’s estranged from her cold-hearted billionaire father, Simon Artemis. The streaming service describes her story as follows: “Grace is the overlooked child of Simon Artemis, a relentless tycoon. After enduring a painful rejection, Grace resolves to seek vengeance. However, her dangerous plan may cost her more than she’s already forfeited.” Grace’s narrative unfolds as a quest for vengeance against a family that has consistently overlooked her; it propels her into a perilous mission where danger outweighs the potential for redemption.

In this tale, Grace endures a harsh reality as her father, Simon Artemis – a wealthy and relentless social climber – disregards and denies her existence, leaving both her and her mother in the cold. This narrative underscores the complex dynamics of their family. Her father is none other than billionaire Simon Artemis, who, despite their shared bloodline, refuses to acknowledge Grace due to an affair he claims to have forgotten. After the passing of her mother and another heartbreaking rejection from her dad’s side, Grace transforms her anger into a chilling quest to eliminate her distant relatives in creative yet macabre ways. This obsessive pursuit of revenge and inheritance only serves to further distance her from the love she yearns for.

She expressed her eagerness about being involved: “Upon finishing the final chapter, I felt compelled to contribute to the realization of this tale. I’m eagerly anticipating working with the creative group, particularly author Bella Mackie. After a bit of casual investigation into the remarkable Bella Mackie, I can hardly contain my excitement to be joining forces with Sally, Lizzie, and Emma. I can hardly wait to dive in deeper!”

Actress Anya Taylor-Joy has been a popular choice in Hollywood, taking on various roles that challenge her acting abilities across multiple genres. These range from chilling horror films to family-friendly productions like Super Mario Bros., where she provided the voice for Princess Peach. Recently, her performance as Furiosa in George Miller’s new Mad Max film gained significant praise. Additionally, she made a brief yet impactful appearance as Alia Atreides in Dune: Part 2, and fans eagerly anticipate her return for more in the upcoming sequel. For her next role as Grace, Taylor-Joy will tackle another complex character that promises to leave viewers speechless.

Currently, no additional cast members have been announced for the series adaptation of How to Kill Your Family. However, Moran serves as the executive producer during production along with Woodward Gentle, Lizzie Rusbridger, and Lee Morris. Taylor-Joy is also involved extensively, having taken on an executive producer role through LadyKiller Productions Inc., with Bella Mackie joining her as a co-executive producer.

The release date for the series remains undecided, and the casting is still flexible. Nevertheless, with Sasha-Taylor Joy as the lead actress, How to Kill Your Family is generating a lot of excitement among viewers, being one of the most anticipated Netflix series yet. With elements from the book and Taylor-Joy’s previous performances, fans are eagerly waiting for the series’ premiere.

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2024-08-22 20:08