Get ready for the Netflix Uglies movie releasing on September 13th, 2024. Starring Joey King, this adaptation of Scott Westerfeld’s novel promises a thrilling dystopian adventure. Learn about the plot, cast, and more!
Everything You Need to Know About the Netflix Uglies Movie
Netflix Uglies Movie: Release Date, Cast, Plot, and More!
Netflix is set to release the highly anticipated adaptation of Scott Westerfeld’s novel, Uglies, in September 2024. Following her success with “A Family Affair,” Joey King stars in another Netflix film, bringing her passion for the series to life.
Release Date
The Netflix Uglies movie will premiere globally on September 13th, 2024. Fans have been eagerly awaiting this release since the project was first announced in September 2020.
Plot Overview
The Netflix Uglies movie is based on Scott Westerfeld’s bestselling novel, first published in 2005. The story is set in a world where a mandatory operation at age 16 erases physical differences, making everyone conform to an ideal standard of beauty. The protagonist, Tally Youngblood, is excited to become “pretty,” but her friend Shay has doubts and runs away. Tally is faced with a choice: find Shay and turn her in or remain “ugly” forever. This decision changes her life in unexpected ways.
Cast and Crew
The Netflix Uglies movie boasts a stellar cast:
- Joey King as Tally Youngblood
- Chase Stokes
- Brianne Tju
- Keith Powers
- Laverne Cox
- Jillian Murray as Ellie Youngblood
- Jan Luis Castellanos as Croy
- Kevin Miles as Auryn
- Additional cast includes Alex D. Jennings, Kelly Gale, Robert Palmer Watkins, and more.
McG (Joseph McGinty Nichol), known for his work on “Charlie’s Angels” and “Terminator Salvation,” directs the movie. The screenplay was written by Emmy-nominated Krista Vernoff and Vanessa Taylor.
Production Details
Filming for the Netflix Uglies movie began in October 2021 and wrapped up in December 2021. Despite a few delays due to strikes, the movie is now in the final stages of post-production. Joey King, who has been a fan of the series since she was 11, played a significant role in bringing the project to Netflix.
Runtime and Age Rating
The Netflix Uglies movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes and is rated PG-13 for some violence, action, and brief strong language.
Additional Information
Besides Uglies, Netflix is also adapting another Scott Westerfeld novel, “Leviathan,” set to release in 2025.
Stay tuned for the Netflix Uglies movie release on September 13th, 2024, and immerse yourself in this dystopian adventure where beauty comes at a cost.
