Meet The New Lead Of Blade Runner 2099: A Star From Euphoria

So, guess what? They started filming Blade Runner 2099 just a few days back, and there’s some juicy news about the cast! We already knew that Michelle Yeoh, yep, the Oscar-winning one, would be in it, playing a character named Olwyn, one of the main roles.

But wait, there’s more! The lead role of Cora is going to be played by Hunter Schafer, you know, the one from Euphoria and that Hunger Games flick. And hey, keep an eye out for her in Yorgos Lanthimos’ upcoming movie too.

Now, onto the plot details! Daniel Richtman, the insider guy, seems to have spilled the beans on what’s up with Blade Runner 2099. It’s set in 2099 LA, where Cora (played by Schafer) has been living life on the lam, changing identities like a pro. But then, to secure a better future for herself and her bro, she decides to stick to one identity and teams up with Olwen (played by Yeoh), who’s a Blade Runner facing some existential stuff. Together, they get tangled up in a big ol’ conspiracy that’s threatening the whole city.

And who’s behind the camera? Well, Jonathan Van Tulleken is directing the show, and Silka Luisa, the brains behind Shining Girls, is the creator, showrunner, and writer. Oh, and Ridley Scott, the genius who started it all, is still in the mix as an executive producer, along with Silka Luisa and Michael Green, who co-wrote Blade Runner 2049.

Exciting stuff, right? And guess what? You’ll be able to catch Blade Runner 2099 on Prime Video sometime in 2025. Can’t wait!