Emilia Jones to play lead role in series 'The Retrievals'
Washington DC, August 13
Actress Emilia Jones has been cast in a lead role in the upcoming Netflix limited series 'The Retrievals,' reported Variety. The series was announced in May. It is based on the New York Times and Serial Productions podcast of the same name.
According to the outlet, the logline states that the show "follows an unlikely community of IVF patients who come together to crusade against Yale University after they are operated on without anaesthesia-because a nurse stole their fentanyl."
Jones will play Gabby Clemente, described as "a New Haven bartender and student teacher whose life is upended by her traumatic egg retrieval surgery. Upon discovering that a nurse at the clinic was stealing vast amounts of fentanyl, Gabby seeks out other victims and leads a groundbreaking legal battle against Yale University."
The role brings Jones back to Netflix, as she previously starred in the series "Locke & Key" at the streamer for three seasons. She will also appear in the upcoming Netflix films "The 99'ers" and "Bad Bridgets."
Jones recently starred in the critically-acclaimed HBO series "Task" and is known for her roles in films like "CODA," "The Running Man," and the Anthony Bourdain biopic "Tony," reported Variety.
Molly Smith Metzler serves as writer, executive producer and showrunner on "The Retrievals."
The series is executive produced by Colin McKenna, Dani Gorin, Tom Ackerley, and Margot Robbie for LuckyChap, Caitlin Roper of The New York Times, and Susan Burton, who hosted the podcast.
Lila Neugebauer will direct the pilot and executive produce. This project is produced by LuckyChap and Quiet Coyote.
— ANI
Reader Comments
IVF and fertility treatment is such a sensitive topic already, and adding trauma like this makes it even worse. I appreciate that they're covering such an important issue. The fact that this is based on a real podcast makes it even more gripping. Need to check out the podcast before the series releases!
Interesting casting choice. Emilia Jones really impressed me in CODA, she's got this raw emotional depth that seems perfect for a role like this. Also, Margot Robbie producing? That's a solid team. I hope they do justice to all the women who went through this trauma. 🙏
Medical negligence cases always hit hard. It's brave of these women to speak up and fight against Yale, one of the most prestigious institutions in the world. This will definitely be an emotional and empowering watch. Also, big fan of Emilia since Locke & Key! What a comeback to Netflix.
The healthcare system can really fail people in their most vulnerable moments. Doing a series about this is important not just for awareness but for accountability. It's good that this story is getting international attention through Netflix. Hope the series does justice to the survivors' stories.
Finally, a series that puts a spotlight on women's health issues in such a serious manner. The whole situation sounds terrifying - going through a medical procedure without anesthesia is unimaginable. Emilia Jones is going to nail this role. Also, interesting to see Molly Smith Metzler as showrunner, she did great with Maid.
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