Jashandeep Singh
Alexandra Daddario’s career has been a mesmerizing journey spanning the domains of both cinema and television. The actress made her debut at the age of 15 with the soap opera ‘All My Children’ and went on to have a breakthrough with her portrayal of the demigod Annabeth Chase in the ‘Percy Jackson’ film series. The actress shines every time she appears on-screen, whether it is the heroic Blake Gaines in ‘San Andreas’ or the sultry Summer Quinn in ‘Baywatch.’
Daddario’s performances on television, especially as the struggling journalist Rachel Patton in ‘The White Lotus,’ further cemented her status as an actress capable of carrying complex narratives. Considering her remarkable body of work, one ought to wonder what upcoming projects the star will be a part of. Well, let’s take a look.
1. Mayfair Witches Season 2 (2025)
‘Mayfair Witches’ is a supernatural series that revolves around neurosurgeon Rowan Fielding, who finds out she is the unlikely heir to a family of witches and now must take on an evil spirit who has haunted her family for generations. Daddario stars in the show in the lead role of Rowan Fielding, along with Tongayi Chirisa, Jack Huston, and Harry Hamlin.
The thriller series, based on Anne Rice’s ‘Lives of the Mayfair Witches’ novel trilogy, premiered on AMC and AMC+ in January 2023. Created by Michelle Ashford and Esta Spalding, the show met with a positive response from the audience, which led to its renewal for a second season (8 episodes) in February 2024. Season Two will continue the journey of Rowan Mayfair (Daddario) after she unwittingly gives birth to the demon Lasher (Huston). She is determined to understand what he has become – human or monster? – intending to use him to fulfill her purpose as a healer. Unfortunately, tragedy strikes, and she is forced to put aside her own desires and fight to protect her family. and will show Rowan and an adult Lasher. New cast members include Ted Levine as Cortland’s sinister father, Julien, Thora Birch as Gifford Mayfair, and Alyssa Jirrels as Moira Mayfair, along with Ben Feldman. Season 2 will debut on AMC and AMC+ on January 5, 2025. You can watch the teaser here.
P.S.- The series has been renewed for a third season.
2. I Wish You All the Best (TBA)
Daddario is also going to be seen in ‘I Wish You All the Best,’ a film based on Mason Deaver’s 2019 novel of the same name. The movie follows a non-binary teen named Ben who moves in with their sister, Hannah, and her husband after being kicked out of their house by their conservative parents. They eventually embark on a journey of self-discovery and learn lessons about love, friendship, and family. The drama film is helmed by debutant director Tommy Dorfman, who also adapted the story.
Corey Fogelmanis (‘Girl Meets World’) steps into the role of Ben, and Daddario essays the character of Hannah. The cast also includes Cole Sprouse (‘Riverdale’) as Thomas, Lexi Underwood (‘Little Fires Everywhere’) as Meleika, Amy Landecker (‘Transparent’) as Brenda De Backer, and Judson Mills (‘Walker, Texas Ranger’) as Mr. De Backer. The film premiered at the South by 2024 Southwest Film Festival in March but is yet to get a release date.
3. A Tree Fell in the Woods (TBA)
Almost nothing is known about this project’s plot other than it will be an R-rated drama. Almost a year into its post-production, the film has been written and directed by Nora Kirkpatrick. The cast includes Daddario, Ashley Park, Josh Gad, Kevin Pollak, and Daveed Diggs. More details about this mysterious project are awaited.
4. Double Booked (TBA)
Adam Scott is all set to make his directorial debut with ‘Double Thriller,’ a thriller based on a script by David Levinson. Daddario stars alongside Scott, Sterling K. Brown, and Zazie Beetz. The story follows a successful writer, played by Scott, and his pregnant wife, played by Beetz, who take a weekend off at a secluded lodge. However, upon arriving there, they encounter another couple, played by Brown and Daddario. With a blizzard on the way, the two couples have no option but to spend the night under the same roof. As night darkens, it takes the shape of a battle of deceit followed by deadly consequences. The film is currently in pre-production, and more details are being awaited.
5. Happy Life (TBA)
‘Happy Life’ features Daddario in the role of an Instagram star. The comedy film focuses on Allison Beck, a new mom who begins to doubt that her husband, Eli, is having an affair with a social media star and ends up making a series of mistakes that send her on a mission of self-discovery. The film is written and directed by ‘The Mindy Project’ producer David Stassen and also stars Evangeline Lilly (‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’) as Allison and Ike Barinholtz (‘The Oath’) as Eli. The drama film was announced in 2019, and as of July 2023, it is in its pre-production phase. No reports about a release are available.
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