Bill Nighy, Gemma Arterton Star in PBS, BBC ‘Portrait of a Lady’

Henry James’ classic novel “The Portrait of a Lady” is being adapted into a six-episode limited series for Masterpiece on PBS and the BBC. The adaptation will star Bill Nighy, Gemma Arterton, and Nell Tiger Free. Nell Tiger Free, known for her role in “Game of Thrones,” will portray Isabel Archer, the novel’s American protagonist who travels from the United States to Europe. The series aims to bring James’ intricate exploration of a young woman’s journey through societal expectations and personal desires to a contemporary audience. The production is expected to delve into the complexities of Archer's relationships and her struggle for independence in the late 19th century. Further details regarding the production timeline and the full cast are anticipated to be released by PBS and the BBC.