Ridham Vashishth
Daisy Ridley is a name that has become synonymous with the iconic character Rey from the globally acclaimed ‘Star Wars’ sequel trilogy. Born as Daisy Jazz Isobel Ridley on April 10, 1992, in London, England, this talented actress embarked on her cinematic journey with minor roles in television shows like ‘Youngers,’ ‘Toast of London,’ and ‘Casualty.’ However, it was her portrayal of Rey in ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ (2015), ‘The Last Jedi’ (2017), and ‘The Rise of Skywalker’ (2019) that catapulted her to international stardom. Ridley’s performance was not just limited to the galaxy far, far away.
Ridley showcased her versatility by appearing in the mystery film ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ (2017) and taking on the titular role in the romantic drama ‘Ophelia‘ (2018). With her undeniable talent and a series of successful projects under her belt, Daisy Ridley has solidified her position in the film industry. As fans eagerly await her next cinematic venture, we delve into what the future holds for this promising actress. Here’s the list of all new and upcoming movies and TV shows of Daisy Ridley.
1. We Bury the Dead (2025)
Written and directed by Zak Hilditch, ‘We Bury the Dead’ is an upcoming survival thriller. It stars Ridley as Ava, a woman desperately searching for her husband who went missing in the aftermath of a military experiment. She joins a body retrieval unit with the hope to find him but things take a dark turn when the bodies she is burying start to show signs of life. The cast also includes Brenton Thwaites, Mark Coles Smith, Matt Whelan, and Kym Jackson. ‘We Bury the Dead premiered’ at the 2025 South by Southwest Film & TV Festival in March. A release date is still awaited.
2. Star Wars: New Jedi Order (2026)
‘Star Wars: New Jedi Order’ is an upcoming science fiction adventure film directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy. Set in the future timeline of the beloved ‘Star Wars’ saga, this film promises to chart a novel course for the franchise under Disney’s stewardship. The ‘Star Wars’ sequel trilogy elicited mixed reactions from its vast fanbase, with only ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ truly venturing into uncharted territory. However, with the introduction of Rey’s ‘New Jedi Order,’ the film series seems poised for a fresh direction, especially by reinventing its portrayal of villains, a hallmark of the series.
Ridley reprises her role as Rey, leading the narrative as she shapes the New Jedi Order. While the full cast list remains under wraps, fans are eager to see which familiar faces and newcomers will join Ridley in this galaxy far, far away. Steven Knight, renowned for his storytelling prowess, has penned the screenplay, heightening the anticipation. The film is undergoing production and is slated for release in 2026. A specific release date is awaited.
3. Butterfly Journey (TBA)
Ridley serves as the narrator in Paul Phelan’s butterfly-based documentary film ‘Butterfly Journey.’ Using cutting-edge slow-motion, drone, and macro filming techniques, it follows the vast migrations of the Blue Tigers of Australia and the Monarchs of North America and Mexico as they adapt and survive along the way. Their tiny world has been explored in immaculate detail, including the challenges of metamorphosis and migration, as they travel thousands of kilometers at heights that reach 3300 meters. It was released in Canada on January 18, 2025. A US release date is awaited.
4. The Last Resort (TBA)
Ridley will star alongside Alden Ehrenreich in Donald Petrie’s rom-com ‘The Last Resort.’ The plot, written by Karen McCullah, follows career-oriented Brooke (Ridley), who travels to the Philippines to scout a new resort location, bent on proving herself worthy of running her father’s hotel chain. There, she meets a charming guy named Ben (Ehrenreich), an expatriate pilot with whom she explores the beauty of the country and, along with it, a newfound sense of freedom. However, love and duty soon collide, and Brooke is forced to choose between the life she’s built and the one she’s just started loving. The cast of ‘The Last Resort’ also includes Tia Carrere, Tetchie Agbayani, and Mylene Dizon. Filming will begin in April 2025.
5. Dedication (TBA)
Daisy Ridley will be seen in Martin Campbell’s action thriller ‘Dedication’ The plot, written by Dan Gordon, follows Major Billie Jean Parker (Ridley), a decorated Marine Corps commander who is relieved of duty after a high-stakes mission in the Philippines, which led to the capture of anarchist leader Omar Romatas, results in civilian casualties.
Facing the loss of her career, Parker visits her dying father, Clyde, a former Marine, who asks her to attend a dedication ceremony for a school building named in his honor. The event takes a deadly turn when Bento, the vengeful son of Omar Romatas, launches an assault and takes hostages. Forced to put her combat skills back to use, Billie Jean executes precise strikes to outwit the criminals. The film is in its pre-production phase and awaits a release date.
6. Federico, the imaginary life of Fellini (TBA)
Written and directed by Louis Nero, ‘Federico, the Imaginary Life of Fellini’ is an upcoming drama that offers a part-real and part-fictional take on the life of acclaimed Italian director Federico Fellini and his tormented relationship with famous Italian actress Giulietta Masina. The cast includes Ridley, Gianmarco Tognazzi, Santiago Cabrera, Laura Morante, and Gianfelice Imparato. Nothing more is known about the film although we can expect Ridley to play Giulietta Masina and Cabrera to play Federico Fellini. It is currently in its pre-production stage and more details about this fascinating project are awaited.
7. The Better Liar (TBA)
‘The Better Liar’ is an upcoming drama series by Amazon Studios in collaboration with The Tornante Company. Adapted from Tanen Jones’ book of the same name, the plot delves deep into the realm of deception and intrigue. It follows the story of a woman who, in a desperate attempt to hide her sister’s death and seize their joint inheritance, hires a doppelgänger.
However, this act unveils a tangled web of dangerous secrets that threaten to change everything. Ridley takes on a pivotal role in this suspenseful series and also wears the hat of an executive producer. The screenplay has been entrusted to Raelle Tucker, known for her outstanding work in ‘True Blood,’ who is also an executive producer of the series. Currently in development, ‘The Better Liar’ has yet to begin production.
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