Wolf Hall Embraces Color-Blind Casting in New Series

Director Peter Kosminsky and producers defend diverse casting choices with support from late author Hilary Mantel.

The upcoming series of Wolf Hall features a diverse cast, including Egyptian-born Amir El-Masry as Thomas Wyatt and Sarah Priddy as Lady Margery Seymour.
Director Peter Kosminsky emphasized choosing the best actors for roles, regardless of ethnicity, to capture the essence of the characters.
The decision to adopt color-blind casting was supported by Hilary Mantel before her death in 2022, reflecting changing societal norms.
Critics, including journalist Petronella Wyatt, have expressed concerns over cultural appropriation in a story based on British history.
The series premieres on the BBC on November 10, 2024, with a PBS launch scheduled for March 23, 2025.