Wicked Little Letters: A Period Drama Arriving on Netflix UK

The period drama feature film Wicked Little Letters, starring Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley, which initially hit cinemas earlier this year, is now set to premiere on Netflix in the United Kingdom as part of a StudioCanal first-window deal. Directed by Thea Sharrock and written by Jonny Sweet, the movie is based on a true story set in 1920s Britain during the Suffragette movement. It follows two warring neighbors, Edith Swan (Colman) and Rose Gooding (Buckley), as they become embroiled in a conflict triggered by profanity-laden letters.

Anjana Vasan, Joanna Scanlan, Gemma Jones, Malachi Kirby, Lolly Adefope, Eileen Atkins, and Timothy Spall also star in the film, which received positive reviews from critics, including Tom Shone from the Sunday Times praising the performances of the lead actresses. The intriguing storyline and strong performances have contributed to the movie's success both in cinemas and now on Netflix.

Netflix UK First-Window Deal and Release Date

Wicked Little Letters' arrival on Netflix in the UK is part of the streaming platform's first-window deal with StudioCanal. This agreement ensures that the movie will exclusively stream on Netflix UK for a fixed period, with the release date set for July 26th, 2024. The deal mirrors agreements Netflix has with other local distributors across Europe, offering viewers access to a diverse range of content.

Although the movie will be available on Netflix in the UK, the US rights have been acquired by Sony Pictures Classic. With Netflix having an output deal with Sony Pictures, there is a possibility that Wicked Little Letters might also make its way to the US platform in the future. While the exact release date for the US remains uncertain, Netflix subscribers can anticipate the arrival of this compelling period drama on their screens soon.