Amazon's 'Fourth Wing' Casts Leads for Fantasy Series
Esther McGregor and Emilio Sakraya will star as Violet and Xaden in the Prime Video adaptation of Rebecca Yarros' bestselling novel.
Amazon Prime Video has announced the cast for its upcoming fantasy series 'Fourth Wing', based on Rebecca Yarros' bestselling novel. The show follows the story of Violet Sorrengail and Xaden Riorson, two characters who start as enemies but become lovers.
The series is set in a world where magic-wielding dragon riders are revered, and Violet and Xaden are the main characters in the 'Fourth Wing' trilogy. The show is part of a five-book series planned by Yarros, with two more books on the way.
Esther McGregor, known for her roles in 'We Were Liars' and 'Babygirl', will play Violet Sorrengail, while Emilio Sakraya, who has appeared in 'Those About to Die' and 'Warrior Nun', will bring Xaden Riorson to life.
The 'Fourth Wing' series is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video, with no release date announced yet.
Why it matters
Fans of fantasy and romance will be excited to see the adaptation of Rebecca Yarros' bestselling novel, and the casting of Esther McGregor and Emilio Sakraya adds to the show's potential for success.
What's next
The premiere date for the 'Fourth Wing' series has not been announced yet, but fans can look forward to the show's release on Amazon Prime Video.
How the story unfolded
- The Hollywood Reporter ‘Fourth Wing’ Series: Esther McGregor and Emilio Sakraya Cast as Violet and Xaden
Read the original reporting
- Variety – Who Is Emilio Sakraya? Meet ‘Fourth Wing’ Actor Playing Xaden Riorson ↗
- E! Online – Fourth Wing TV Show Cast Revealed: Meet Actors Playing Violet & Xaden ↗
- The Hollywood Reporter – ‘Fourth Wing’ Series: Esther McGregor and Emilio Sakraya Cast as Violet and Xaden ↗
- Deadline – ‘Fourth Wing’ Finds Its Violet & Xaden: Esther McGregor & Emilio Sakraya To Lead Prime Video Series ↗
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