Ridham Vashishth
Naomi Watts, with her British-Australian roots, has been a shining star in the cinematic world for several years. Her magnetic performances, ranging from the mystifying ‘Mulholland Drive’ by David Lynch to the emotionally charged role in ‘The Impossible’, have left audiences spellbound. With a knack for diving deep into her characters, Watts has garnered widespread praise, including two Academy Award nominations. For those who’ve been enchanted by the cinematic brilliance of Naomi Watts and are curious about her future endeavors, here’s an exclusive peek into the latest and upcoming movies and TV shows featuring Naomi Watts.
1. The Watcher Season 2 (2025)
‘The Watcher’ is a mystery thriller series created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan. The series unravels the chilling tale of Nora and Dean Brannock, portrayed by Naomi Watts and Bobby Cannavale, respectively. After spending their life savings, the couple moved into their dream home in the suburbs. However, their dream soon turns into a nightmare when they start receiving eerie letters from an entity referring to itself as ‘The Watcher.’ These letters carry a sinister promise of keeping a constant vigil on the house and its inhabitants.
The plot thickens as the series delves into the mystery of identifying this ominous observer. In her role as Nora Brannock, Naomi Watts finds herself at the center of this psychological thriller, trying to protect her family from the looming threat. Alongside Watts and Cannavale, the series boasts a talented cast, including Mia Farrow, Terry Kinney, Henry Hunter Hall, Isabel Gravitt, Jennifer Coolidge, Christopher McDonald, and Luke David Blumm.
The narrative of ‘The Watcher’ is inspired by true events, based explicitly on a 2018 New York Magazine article titled ‘The Haunting of a Dream House’ by Reeves Wiedeman. This real-life story recounts the experiences of Maria and Derek Broaddus, who, after buying their dream home, were tormented by anonymous letters from ‘The Watcher.’ The series’ second season is expected to drop on Netflix in 2025. A particular date of release is awaited.
2. All’s Fair (Fall 2025)
Created by Jon Robin Baitz, Joe Baken, and Ryan Murphy, the 8-episode Hulu series follows a successful divorce lawyer and the owner of an all-female law firm in Los Angeles. Announced as a high-end, glossy, and sexy adult legal procedural, the series stars Watts alongside Sarah Paulson, Glenn Close, Kim Kardashian, Ed O’Neill, Grace Gummer, Niecy Nash, and Teyana Taylor. It is in its post-production phase and will be released in the fall of 2025. You can watch the teaser here.
3. American Love Story (February 2026)
Watts will star as Jackie Kennedy, wife of former US president John F. Kennedy, in the FX drama series ‘American Love Story.’ Created by Ryan Murphy and directed by Max Winkler, the 8-episode first season will explore the courtship and marriage of John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, including their tragic deaths. The cast also includes Sarah Pidgeon as Carolyn Bessette, Paul Anthony Kelly as John F. Kennedy Jr., Leila George as Kelly Klein, Alessandro Nivola as Calvin Klein, and Grace Gummer as Caroline Kennedy. Filming is underway, and the first episode of the show will drop in February 2026.
4. The Housewife (TBA)
This psychological drama, written by Alyssa Hill, is based on a true story that dates back to 1964 and follows a young New York Times journalist, to be played by Tye Sheridan, who manages to track down a Nazi officer living in Queens undercover. But when the journalist befriends the officer’s beautiful wife, to be played by Watts, his investigation faces unsettling compromises. The cast also includes Luke Evans, Hannah Marks, Michael Imperioli, and Norman Reedus. Helmed by Ben Shirinian, the film is in its post-production stage. The release date is yet to be announced.
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