Séance on a Wet Afternoon (upcoming film)
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| Directed by | Tomas Alfredson |
| Screenplay by | Jack Thorne |
| Based on | Séance on a Wet Afternoon by Mark McShane |
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| Cinematography | Marcell Rév |
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| Language | English |
Séance on a Wet Afternoon is an upcoming drama film directed by Tomas Alfredson, written by Jack Thorne, and starring Rachel Weisz and Matthew Macfadyen. It is based on the 1961 novel by Mark McShane.
Cast
- Rachel Weisz as Myra
- Matthew Macfadyen as Billy
- Joe Alwyn
Production
In January 2020 it was reported that Harry Bradbeer would direct an adaptation of the 1961 novel Séance on a Wet Afternoon by Mark McShane, previously adapted into the 1964 film of the same name, from a screenplay written by Jack Thorne.[1] In October 2021, it was announced that Tomas Alfredson had replaced Bradbeer as director, with Rachel Weisz set to star.[2] In May 2025, it was reported FilmNation had boarded the film ahead of the Cannes Film Market. The film would be produced by Robyn Slovo, Astral Projection's Weisz and Polly Stokes, and Ed Guiney and Andrew Lowe producing for Element Pictures.[3] In February 2026, Matthew Macfadyen joined the cast, with production having officially begun.[4][5] In March, Joe Alwyn joined the cast.[6]
References
- ^ Galuppo, Mia (January 10, 2020). "'Fleabag' Director Harry Bradbeer, Jack Thorne Tackling 'Seance on a Wet Afternoon' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (October 14, 2021). "Rachel Weisz To Star in Legendary's Adaptation of 'Seance on a Wet Afternoon', Tomas Alfredson To Direct". Deadline. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
- ^ Keslassy, Elsa (May 2, 2025). "FilmNation Boards Tomas Alfredson's Psychodrama 'Séance on a Wet Afternoon' Starring Rachel Weisz, Penned by 'Adolescence' Writer Jack Thorne (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved May 2, 2025.
- ^ Ntim, Zac (February 4, 2026). "Matthew Macfadyen Joins Tomas Alfredson & Jack Thorne's 'Seance On A Wet Afternoon' Adaptation". Deadline. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
- ^ Ford, Lily (February 4, 2026). "Matthew Macfadyen Joins Rachel Weisz in Tomas Alfredson's 'Seance on a Wet Afternoon'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
- ^ Shafer, Ellise (March 10, 2026). "Joe Alwyn Joins Rachel Weisz and Matthew Macfadyen in Tomas Alfredson's 'Seance on a Wet Afternoon'". Variety. Retrieved March 10, 2026.