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Viewers 'hooked' on Disney+'s 'Renegade Nell', praise Louisa Harland's 'phenomenal' performance

'Renegade Nell' transports viewers back to England in 1705, offering a new historical adventure

LONDON, ENGLAND: Disney+'s 'Renegade Nell' debuted on March 29, sparking excitement, and thrill, leaving fans eager for more.

This new historical adventure takes viewers back to England in 1705. Created by Sally Wainwright, this eight-part series tells the tale of Nell Jackson (Louisa Harland), who turns into a highwaywoman after she's falsely accused of murder. 

Directed by Ben Taylor, Amanda Brotchie, and MJ Delaney, the show features a brilliant cast that includes Joely Richardson, Adrian Lester, Nick Mohammed, Craig Parkinson, Florence Keen, and many more.

Internet dubs 'Renegade Nell' as worthy Easter watch 

Fans took to X to share their incredible experiences with 'Renegade Nell' as one said, "Just started Renegade Nell and episode one is a banger." Another fan praised the writer of the show saying, "Renegade Nell is fantastic. Of course it would be. It’s Sally Wainwright."

"Renegade Nell is worth the Easter watch, proper British funk in that one," commented a viewer. A fan praised the show by saying, "Two episodes in on Renegade Nell and I’m completely hooked. 56 years old and here I am living vicariously through Nell (don’t call me Nelly) Jackson ! And who wouldn’t want Billy Blind on their side ….oh the things I could have done if I had a ‘Billy Blind’." 

One fan rated the show an 8/10 as he wrote, "Renegade Nell…. Brilliant spin on good vs evil, haves vs have nots, with a heroine as the focal point of the story…. It’s a musical too so that was cool… 8/10."

Fans praise Louisa Harland and cast for outstanding performances in 'Renegade Nell'

Louisa Harland has managed to impress everyone with her stellar performance with one fan commenting, "Renegade Nell is the perfect combination of action, comedy & period drama, with a splash of magic & science fiction mixed in. Everyone is exceptional but Louisa Harland stands out in the title role. She's witty, brave, badass & willing to do anything for her family."

One fan who also loved Louisa Harland's performance wrote, "Soooo....louisa Harland is just a tad bit phenomenal as Renegade Nell... ", while another said, "Renegade Nell is FANTASTIC! A superb blend of action, comedy, and 18th century drama."

He further added, "Themes of dark magic juxtaposed with elements of familial bond all brought to life by this wonderful cast. Louisa Harland is charming, hilarious, and down right dangerous! WATCH #RenegadeNell !"

Expressing her love for 'Renegade Nell', one fan wrote, "RENEGADE NELL is a total blast! Smart comedy, clever twists, it’s like Sleepy Hollow meets Robin Hood w/ a bad*ss snarky female lead. Louisa Harland & the whole cast kill it. Louisa & Frank Dillane are comedic gold. Watch this show bc I want another season!"

One fan who loved watching Florence Keen play her role in the show said, "Renegade Nell is a great romp so far, with these three terrific female leads. But I’m here to tell you about young Florence Keen. Yeah, her in the middle. OMG."

'Renegade Nell' is streaming exclusively on Disney+