The Last of Us star to lead new "darkly comedic" Channel 4 thriller series from Breeders favourite ...Middle East

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It's now been confirmed that Ramsey will be leading the cast of Channel 4's Maya as the titular teenager who goes on the run with her mother and goes into witness protection, to only soon tracked down by hitmen.

Haggard is set to star alongside Ramsey in the co-leading role as Maya's mother Anna, with this six-part series also marking Haggard's directorial debut.

She's reuniting with Two Brothers Pictures (founded by brothers Harry and Jack Williams) after they worked together on BBC's Boat Story, which was released back in 2023. Jamie Donoughue (Doctor Who) will also be co-directing the series.

Similarly, Haggard said: “Ever since I first dreamt up this show, there has only ever been one Maya… I wrote the part with Bella so clearly in my head and I honestly still can’t believe they want to be part of it. Bella is pure magic, just insanely talented, and I can’t wait for us to work together. I’m also thrilled to be taking the leap into directing, and excited to have the opportunity to co-direct the series alongside the brilliant Jamie Donoughue.”

"As they try to adjust to their new reality, the trauma of their past continues to haunt them in the form of two hitmen intent on tracking them down. As the walls close in, it becomes clear that a dangerous figure from their past is still a looming threat."

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It continues: "Darkly comedic, and shot through with Haggard’s trademark warmth and humour, the series is an unmissable, atmospheric psychological thriller that explores themes of predatory male behaviour, family and love, but, above all, is a warm and witty celebration of the special, unbreakable bond shared between mother and daughter."

Aside from their starring role in BBC's Time, Ramsey has more recently led the cast of HBO hit series The Last of Us. However, it was recently confirmed by co-creator Neil Druckmann that the upcoming third season will focus on Kaitlyn Dever's Abby.

He continued: "I was sure that they wouldn’t let us do this when we started adapting this, but they’ve leaned into what makes, I believe, the story special. And allowed us not only the time but the creative freedom to be able to take these swings, and I think the audience really appreciates that."

While it hasn't yet been revealed how much of a role Ramsey's Ellie will have in the third season of The Last of Us, we do know that Ramsey not only has this upcoming Maya series on the horizon but also, the star-studded comedy film Sunny Dancer to look forward to also.

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