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Netflix Announces Six‑Part Drama Adaptation of Roald Dahl’s Adult Short Stories Starring Nicola Coughlan and Dominic West
News Brief
Netflix confirmed a new six‑episode series that will adapt Roald Dahl’s short stories written for adult readers. The project, written by Danny Brocklehurst, will feature a cast that includes Nicola Coughlan, Dominic West and Imelda Staunton, with additional talent reported by some outlets. The series follows Netflix’s ongoing development of Dahl‑related content after the streaming service purchased the Roald Dahl Story Company in 2021.
Key points
The series will adapt Dahl’s adult‑oriented short stories into a six‑part drama.
Danny Brocklehurst is attached as the writer for the adaptation.
Confirmed cast members include Nicola Coughlan, Dominic West and Imelda Staunton.
The project continues Netflix’s expansion of Roald Dahl properties since acquiring the Roald Dahl Story Company in 2021.
What sources agree on
Netflix is producing a new drama series based on Roald Dahl’s short stories for adults.
The series will consist of six episodes.
Nicola Coughlan, Dominic West and Imelda Staunton are listed as cast members in both reports.
Netflix acquired the Roald Dahl Story Company in 2021.
Still unclear
Variety reports Naomi Scott as part of the cast, which is not mentioned in Deadline’s article.
Deadline cites Danny Brocklehurst as the writer, while Variety does not reference the writer.
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Original headline
Roald Dahl Drama Series Set at Netflix Starring Nicola Coughlan, Naomi Scott, Dominic West, Imelda Staunton and More
