Daisy Ridley is the main star of Paramount+'s 'Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea' series.
Daisy Ridley will both act in and have a behind-the-scenes role in the eight-part series, which is a new take on the original 1961 movie and TV show.
Daisy Ridley is set to embark on a new adventure with the upcoming series 'Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea'. The eight-episode series has been ordered by Paramount+, with Ridley set to star and executive produce. The series has been in development for a while, even before the recent changes at Skydance, the parent company of Paramount+.
The series is a reimagining of the classic 1961 film and TV series of the same name, which was created by Irwin Allen. Allen's estate is producing the new series in association with Legendary Television.
Ridley will be joined by a talented team, including Oscar-winning writer Akiva Goldsman, who will also executive produce. Matt Shakman, known for his work on 'WandaVision', will direct and executive produce the series.
The project is currently in the writers' room, with a team working on the script. No release date has been announced yet, but fans of Ridley and the original series can expect more updates soon.
Why it matters
Fans of Ridley and the original series will be excited to see a new take on the classic tale, and the addition of a talented team behind the scenes promises an exciting ride.
What's next
The project is currently in the writers' room, with a release date yet to be announced.
How the story unfolded
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- Variety – Daisy Ridley to Star in New Take on ‘Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea’ at Paramount+ ↗
- Deadline – Daisy Ridley To Lead ‘Voyage To The Bottom Of The Sea’ TV Series In Works At Paramount+ From Akiva Goldsman, Matt Shakman & Legendary TV ↗
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What is this Daisy Ridley Voyage to the Bottom story about?
Daisy Ridley will both act in and have a behind-the-scenes role in the eight-part series, which is a new take on the original 1961 movie and TV show. Daisy Ridley will star in and executive produce the series.
When did the Daisy Ridley Voyage to the Bottom story break?
FlashFeed published this brief on October 21, 2026. The earliest report it draws on, from Variety, is dated October 21, 2026.
What are the key facts about Daisy Ridley Voyage to the Bottom?
The series is a reimagining of the classic 1961 film and TV series 'Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea'. Oscar-winning writer Akiva Goldsman will write and executive produce the series.
Why should readers care about Daisy Ridley Voyage to the Bottom?
Fans of Ridley and the original series will be excited to see a new take on the classic tale, and the addition of a talented team behind the scenes promises an exciting ride.
What comes next in the Daisy Ridley Voyage to the Bottom story?
The project is currently in the writers' room, with a release date yet to be announced.
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