'Belgravia: The Next Chapter' | Date, plot, cast, director and is Julian Fellowes' sequel series worth watching
Series name: Belgravia: The Next Chapter
Platform: MGM+
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Date of release: January 14, 2024
Genre: Drama
Did you love watching 2020 release 'Belgravia'? If yes, then here's a treat for you this January. The limited series is returning with a sequel and a new cast.
The spin-off was announced in September 2022 and its first episode is all set to premiere on Sunday, January 14 at 9 pm ET on MGM+. Episodes will air on Sundays on the streaming platform.
What is the plot of 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter'?
'Belgravia: The Next Chapter' is a continuation of the 2020 release. It is set in 1871 and follows the story of Frederick, the third Lord Trenchard, who takes after his grandfather.
He falls in love with Clara and marries her after a whirlwind romance. However, their marriage gets turbulent as he deals with some traumas and secrets from his past.
Who are the cast members of 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter'?
Benjamin Wainwright
Benjamin takes on the lead role of young and charming Frederick Trenchard in 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter'.
Not much information is known about him.
Harriet Slater
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Harriet Slater plays the role of Clara Dunn/Clara Trenchard in the upcoming period drama. The 29-year-old actress is best known for her role in the DC Universe series and 'Batman' prequel 'Pennyworth' (2019–2022).
In 2023, she featured in a small role in 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny'.
Edward Bluemel
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Edward Bluemel, best known for his roles in 'A Discovery of Witches' (2018–2022) and 'Killing Eve' (2019–2022), is all set to feature as Dr Stephen Ellerby, an idealistic, charming young doctor in 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter'.
Toby Regbo
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Toby Regbo will be seen as Rev James Trenchard in the upcoming period drama for MGM+. He is known for featuring in TV series such as 'A Discovery of Witches', 'Reign', and 'Platform 7'.
Other cast members include Hannah Onslow as Emily Dunn, Sophie Thompson as Mrs Dunn, Claude Perron as the Marquise D'Etagnac, and Sophie Winkleman as the Duchess of Rochester.
Who is the director of 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter'?
John Alexander, who directed the original series, has co-directed 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter' along with Paul Wilmshurst and Marisol Adler.
Colin Wratten has returned as producer of the follow-up series. 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter' is created by Helen Edmundson and developed by Carnival Films for MGM+.
Is 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter' worth watching?
The original limited series is rated 7.5/10 on IMDb and has an average audience score of 82% on Rotten Tomatoes. It was praised for its character development, plot twists, and screenplay.
Despite comparisons with another historical drama series 'Downtown Abbey', 'Belgravia managed to find a place in the hearts of the audience. 'Belgravia: The Next Chapter' follows the story of the original series. Moreover, with a new cast, there is an element of freshness. B
efore watching the spin-off sequel, it is highly suggested that you binge-watch the 2020 series first. It is currently streaming for free on MGM+.
'Belgravia: The Next Chapter' trailer
