Derry Girls Icon Louisa Harland Joins Minnie Driver in Paramount+ Crime Drama
Derry Girls actress Louisa Harland has been cast alongside Minnie Driver and Rivals star Luca Pasqualino in Paramount+'s new eight-part heist thriller, The Day. The series, adapted from the Belgian show De Dag, promises a gripping narrative that unfolds over a tense 24-hour period.
A High-Stakes Standoff Unfolds
The Day begins when police discover a bank robbery in progress, leading to a dramatic standoff as the criminals lock themselves inside with hostages. The opening episode will be told from the police's perspective, led by hostage negotiator Sylvia 'Vox' Voxley, portrayed by Minnie Driver, known for her role in Emily in Paris.
However, the story then rewinds to allow audiences to experience the same events from inside the bank, through the eyes of the robbers and their captives. Each instalment switches viewpoints between the police operation and the criminals trapped inside, building towards a finale where the complete picture becomes clear.
Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team
Alongside Minnie Driver, the series features Louisa Harland, celebrated for her role in Derry Girls, and Luca Pasqualino from Rivals. The Day (working title) is penned by writers Ben Harris and Jesse O'Mahoney, adapting the original Belgian series created by Jonas Geirnaert and Julie Mahieu.
The Belgian version, De Dag, originally aired from March to May 2018 with 12 episodes, starring actors like Sophie Decleir, Lukas De Wolf, and Jeroen Perceval.
Production Details and Enthusiasm
Minnie Driver expressed her excitement about the project on Instagram, posting: "New job. Clever scripts, sharp characters. I think you will like it (second slide is just a dress I like)." Fans quickly responded with praise, with comments such as "Congratulations, Minnie" and "Congratulations to you! How thrilling!"
The eight-part thriller was commissioned for Paramount+ by Sebastian Cardwell, Head of Scripted & Deputy Chief Content Officer in the UK, and Paul Testar, Commissioning Editor for Paramount+ UK & Ireland. Currently in production, it is set to premiere on Paramount+ in the UK and Ireland, with Dynamic Television handling global distribution outside these territories.
Executive producers include Mike Benson and Andy Morgan for Clapperboard Studios, Daniel March for Dynamic Television, and Tamryn Reinecke. Jake Rollins serves as Producer, and The Tohill Brothers (known for The Dig and Dalgliesh) will co-direct. A specific broadcast date has not yet been confirmed.
