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Netflix Adapts Classic 'Age of Innocence' for 2026
11 Nov
Summary
- Netflix is releasing an eight-episode limited series based on Edith Wharton's novel.
- The show explores forbidden love, duty, and identity in 19th-century New York.
- Kristine Froseth stars again in a Wharton adaptation after 'The Buccaneers'.
Netflix is bringing Edith Wharton's "The Age of Innocence" to life as an eight-episode limited series. Set to premiere on February 18, 2026, this new adaptation promises to capture the essence of Wharton's classic novel.
The series explores themes of forbidden love, duty, and identity within the opulent backdrop of 19th-century New York City. It focuses on a passionate love triangle, questioning societal expectations and personal desires.
Starring Camila Morrone, Kristine Froseth, and Ben Radcliffe, the adaptation is penned by Emma Frost, who also serves as executive producer. This project marks Froseth's second venture into Wharton's literary world, following her role in "The Buccaneers."
