Sky has announced plans to remake Stieg Larsson's 2005 novel The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo as an eight-part television series. While details about the production are scarce, one thing is certain - Lisbeth Salander, the enigmatic protagonist of the book, will be a central figure in the series.
The casting of Salander has long been the subject of speculation, with many actors vying for the role over the years. Emma Corrin, known for her portrayal of Princess Diana in The Crown, is top of the list. Corrin shares an otherworldly intensity with Salander, and her ability to play complex characters makes her a strong contender. Her involvement with Left Bank Pictures, the production company behind The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, further solidifies her claim.
Another actress who could potentially bring Salander to life is Jodie Comer, known for her roles in Killing Eve and The Rain. Comer's ability to play troubled characters well has been showcased in her previous work, and she would be an excellent choice to capture Salander's complexity. Her versatility as an actress makes her a strong candidate to take on the role.
In contrast, casting someone geographically authentic for the Swedish setting might be preferable. Alba August, a Danish-Swedish actress, has already proven herself in Netflix's The Rain and could bring a unique perspective to the character. While it remains unclear if this will be the case, August's breakout performances make her an intriguing choice.
Noomi Rapace is also on the radar for Lisbeth Salander, particularly given her connection to the original 2009 Swedish adaptation. This remake has set itself apart by taking place in the present day, and recasting Rapace could offer a fascinating experiment - what would Lisbeth be like in middle age? While this may not be part of the new series' plan, it's an intriguing thought.
Ultimately, whether these actresses are chosen for the role remains to be seen.
The casting of Salander has long been the subject of speculation, with many actors vying for the role over the years. Emma Corrin, known for her portrayal of Princess Diana in The Crown, is top of the list. Corrin shares an otherworldly intensity with Salander, and her ability to play complex characters makes her a strong contender. Her involvement with Left Bank Pictures, the production company behind The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, further solidifies her claim.
Another actress who could potentially bring Salander to life is Jodie Comer, known for her roles in Killing Eve and The Rain. Comer's ability to play troubled characters well has been showcased in her previous work, and she would be an excellent choice to capture Salander's complexity. Her versatility as an actress makes her a strong candidate to take on the role.
In contrast, casting someone geographically authentic for the Swedish setting might be preferable. Alba August, a Danish-Swedish actress, has already proven herself in Netflix's The Rain and could bring a unique perspective to the character. While it remains unclear if this will be the case, August's breakout performances make her an intriguing choice.
Noomi Rapace is also on the radar for Lisbeth Salander, particularly given her connection to the original 2009 Swedish adaptation. This remake has set itself apart by taking place in the present day, and recasting Rapace could offer a fascinating experiment - what would Lisbeth be like in middle age? While this may not be part of the new series' plan, it's an intriguing thought.
Ultimately, whether these actresses are chosen for the role remains to be seen.
! I was just re-watching The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo (the Swedish one) and I gotta say, Noomi Rapace's Lisbeth Salander is still the gold standard 
. I love how she brought this complex character to life back in 2009. Emma Corrin and Jodie Comer are great contenders, but I think they'd both be a bit...tame compared to Rapace's iconic performance 
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I love her vibe, she's got that edgy Swedish thing going on 
. If anyone could pull off Lisbeth's character with a modern twist, it'd be her. The idea of exploring Lisbeth in middle age is also super intriguing...what would her story be like 20 years later? 
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Emma Corrin or Jodie Comer would be amazing, but can we please see more actresses from the Nordic region? Alba August has already shown her stuff in The Rain and it'd be cool to see a local perspective on Lisbeth. And yeah, Noomi Rapace was iconic in the original 2009 adaptation - recasting her could lead to some really interesting storylines. 
. And then there's Alba August, who's already proven herself in The Rain and has that whole Swedish thing going on 
. Alba August is a great choice, she's already proven herself in The Rain and could bring a unique perspective to the character. Emma Corrin and Jodie Comer are also awesome options, but I'm not sure they're geographically authentic enough for the role.
That would be so interesting! But if they want someone who's truly Swedish, August is my top pick. The remake needs to get it right and bring the character to life in a way that's true to the original novel.
! It's been ages since I've had a good dose of Lisbeth Salander in my life and I've gotta say, the casting possibilities are looking 
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Emma Corrin would be amazing as her, but Alba August could bring a fresh perspective too 
And can we just talk about how Lisbeth Salander is literally the coolest protagonist ever? 
i've always loved Lisbeth Salander and her story is so iconic. casting emma corrin or jodie comer would be amazing but alba august could bring a whole new level to the character too 
. Jodie Comer would be amazing too, but only if they can capture Salander's darker and more troubled side 
. Fingers crossed for whoever gets cast! 
. Can't they just leave the original alone? I mean, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo is a classic and Emma Corrin already played Lisbeth Salander in a Swedish version, so who needs another one? 
. But let's be real, whoever plays Lisbeth is gonna bring her to life in a way we never have before 
I'm still torn, tbh 
but Jodie Comer's intense performances are giving me LIFE 
That would be wild! 
Either way, I'm here. for. it! 