Non-Binary Awareness Week is here, running until July 14th. Here are some big upcoming movies and TV series starring non-binary actors.
In recent years, there has been a surge in transgender actors appearing in major TV shows and blockbuster films. Barbie Starring Hari Nef and Hunter Schafer Euphoria Brian Michael Smith 9-1-1: Lone Star.
Meanwhile, thanks to film and TV studios becoming more willing to cast non-binary stars, non-binary stars have also risen to the heights of fame: Bella Ramsey, Amandla Stenberg, Sara Ramirez, the list is growing.
If you’re looking to support non-binary actors over the coming months, here are some TV and film projects to look out for.
Emma Corrin Deadpool and Wolverine
Since launching her TV and film career in 2017, Emma Corrin has played a variety of roles — a woman married to a gay police officer, a homicide detective, a lonely British princess — but none have been as anticipated, or as villainous, as her next role. At the end of July, she will star as Cassandra Nova, a twin with telepathic powers. X-MenMarvel’s Charles Xavier Deadpool and Wolverine.
Colin recently explained that the role was inspired by Gene Wilder’s Willy Wonka, so we’re definitely excited.
Ah, if Deadpool and Wolverine If that’s not enough, Korine will also be playing Anna Harding in the remake of the vampire drama, alongside Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult and Lily-Rose Depp. Nosferatu.
Collin came out as non-binary in 2021 and has been vocal about the hate she has endured because of it.
Deadpool and Wolverine It is scheduled to open on July 25th. Nosferatu The film isn’t expected to be released in cinemas until New Year’s Day.
Zoe Terakes and Shay Coury Ironheart
Talk to me‘s Zoe Telakes lands lead role in Marvel Disney+ series IronheartJoining them are RuPaul’s Drag Race The winner is Shay Coury. You get two beautiful non-binary women for the price of one. Their characters have yet to be fleshed out, and the miniseries isn’t scheduled to be released until 2025.
Bridget Lundy Payne I saw the TV light up
Netflix stars AtypicalBrigette Lundy-Paine has a key role in Jane Schoenbrun’s trippy new horror movie I saw the TV light upIt is due to be released in the UK at the end of July.
Lundy Payne, who uses “them/them” pronouns, plays Maddie, a queer teen who introduces her to her new friend, Owen.Detective Pikachu‘s queer star Justice Smith has been cast in horror soap opera The Pink Opaque.
Owen becomes obsessed with the show, but his life changes when Maddie disappears and the show is canceled. In addition to featuring an LGBTQ+ cast, Schonbrunn is transgender and non-binary, and the film itself has strong transgender themes.
I saw the TV light up It is due to be released in the UK on July 26th.
Bob the Drag Queen Traitors
Earlier this year, two of the greatest reality TV series of the 21st century teamed up. RuPaul’s Drag Race The legendary peppermint Traitors (USA)Gay people all over the world were shocked, but it wasn’t to be. Peppermint was kicked out of the castle after just two episodes.
Thankfully, we’ll get to relive the drag-soaked excitement once again, as Season 8 winner and Madonna’s right-hand man, Bob the Drag Queen, will be leading the way with bags onto the set of Season 3. Yes, really. Could they be the show’s first non-binary winner? We’re hoping.
Emma Darcy House of the Dragon
House of the Dragon Season 2 may already be on its way, but there’s still plenty of time to appreciate the fact that one of the most popular TV series of the year stars Emma Darcy, a coming out non-binary star, which is pretty groundbreaking.
Ruby Rose Dirty Angel
Orange is the New Black star Ruby Rose to star in upcoming action thriller Dirty AngelThis is regarding the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan in 2021.
Nothing is known about her role, but the film focuses on a group of female soldiers disguised as medics to rescue young people caught between the Taliban and the forces of the so-called Islamic State.
The film doesn’t have a release date yet, but genderfluid Rose Penny Dreadful Starring Eva Green Borat: The Return of the Glorious Nation Actress Maria Bakalova.
India Moore and Mason Alexander Park Sandman
Netflix fantasy series SandmanStar Wars, a drama based on the comics by British author Neil Gaiman, has returned for a second season.
Non-binary star Mason Alexander Park will reprise his role as Desire, and it was announced last week that Indya Moore, best known for her role as Angel Evangelista, will join the cast. Pause – She plays the transgender character Wanda.
Hannah Gadsby Hit Pig
The animated pig-themed adventure features a random cast of voice actors, including non-binary comedian Hannah Gadsby in the lead role; Hit Pig The story of a pig bounty hunter who develops a friendship with an elephant he once tried to capture. Drag Racing Host RuPaul, Ted Lasso Actor Jason Sudeikis, musician Anitta, rapper Flavor Flav, and YouTuber Lilly Singh.
Oh, and Florence + the Machine’s Isa Summers is doing the music score.
Hit Pig A UK release date has yet to be confirmed, but the film is due to be released in the US in August.
Bella Ramsey The Last of Us
Bella Ramsey will reprise her biggest role to date in early 2025 for the second series of the post-apocalyptic drama. The Last of UsHe co-starred with Pedro Pascal again.
Ramsey will play Ellie Williams, who will explore her sexuality in the new season and enter into a lesbian relationship with newcomer Dina (Isabela Merced).
Following season one and an appearance on the BBC prison drama timeRamsay will also play Sherafiya/Samantha Lewthwaite, better known as the White Widow, one of Britain’s most wanted women, in the new drama film. Girl Next Doorand as Ivy Sunny DanceThe story is about a girl who goes into remission from cancer and meets new friends at what she calls “chemotherapy camp.”
She is also set to appear in a period drama. Monstrous beauty, Alongside crownDominic West of 2016 will once again be playing the role of a member of the royal family, this time as King Charles II.
Demi Lovato Towing
Before Demi Lovato was a powerhouse vocalist, a multi-million-selling recording artist, and a mug connoisseur, she was an actor. Camp RockAbsolutely. Now, the star, who is non-binary but uses the pronouns “she/her,” TowingBased on a true story about Amanda Ogle, a homeless woman from Seattle.
According to the official synopsis, Ogle Bridesmaids Star Rose Byrne “fights to get the hell out of here and get her life and her car back” after being hit with a huge towing bill.
The Remainers Actor Dominic Sessa also stars in the film. LA method Veteran Corbin Bernsen will star in the lead role, and Lovato’s role is currently being kept secret, with the film not yet having a release date.
Janelle Monae De la Resistance and Atlantis
Janelle Monae is The Age of Pleasure Their fantastic show at Glastonbury will be followed by a tour, after which they will immediately return to their acting careers.
The non-binary, multiple Grammy-nominated actress may be best known for her music career, but she’s also had a successful acting career in recent years, appearing opposite Daniel Craig in Star Wars. Knives Out: Glass Onion In 2022, she won the Critics’ Choice Award and also won the Queer Oscar for Best Actress. moonlight 2016.
They are currently working on two big projects. De la ResistanceIn the series, she plays legendary singer and anti-Nazi Josephine Baker, the first black woman to star in a major motion picture.
And Monáe will be joining in. The Remainers Stars include Oscar winner Da’Vine Joy Randolph and rapper Missy Elliott. The Little Mermaid Halle Bailey, star of the coming-of-age musical AtlantisThe piece was inspired by “Happy” singer Pharrell Williams’ childhood.
