Nicola Walker, famed for her roles in The Split, Unforgotten, Annika, and Last Tango in Halifax, is set to star in a new comedy series from the creators of Baby Reindeer.
The Disney+ production, which is being developed by Clerkenwell Films, the team behind Netflix’s successful stalker drama, will also feature Flight of the Conchords actor Jemaine Clement.
While plot details remain under wraps, casting is currently underway, with filming expected to start in May.
A TV insider revealed to The Sun: “Nicola Walker is an extremely talented and versatile actor and is widely respected in the industry and loved by viewers at home.
“Disney securing her for one of their new comedies is seen as a big win for the streamer, who are equally delighted to have signed up Jemaine.
“Pre-production has just kicked off on Alice and Steve and some contracts are yet to be finalised, as well as scripts and the filming schedule. Bosses are hoping the cameras will be rolling just before the summer, with the show likely to go out in 2026,” reports the Express.
Walker recently reprised her role in a spin-off of the beloved BBC drama The Split, titled The Split: Barcelona. The two-part special, which aired in December, followed the Defoe family’s adventures in the Spanish city during a wedding that was teetering on the edge of chaos.
Last year, the actress graced the screen in Sky Atlantic’s historical drama Mary and George, portraying the gripping true tale of the ambitious Mary Villiers (played by Julianne Moore) and her son George (Nicholas Galitzine), who schemed their way into high society.
Nicola took on the role of Elizabeth Hatton, a lady-in-waiting to Anne of Denmark, the queen consort of England.
It’s been a whirlwind few months for Nicola, as she’s also gearing up to hit the stage in Mike Bartlett’s latest comedy, Unicorn, which debuts at London’s Garrick Theatre on February 4. Joining her are Stephen Mangan, her co-star from The Split, and Erin Doherty of The Crown fame.
“Polly and Nick have it all. Happily married, two children, successful careers. And yet there’s something missing… something rare and unforeseen… waiting to add a much-need sparkle,” the play’s synopsis tantalisingly hints.
The Split is available to stream on BBC iPlayer