Leo Woodall, who recently starred in the acclaimed Netflix romantic drama miniseriesOne Day, is set to appear in the upcoming limited series,Vladimir, alongside Rachel Weisz.Adapted from the romantic novelof the same name,One Dayfollows the 14-year relationship between Dexter (Woodall) and Emma (Ambika Mod), and it earned a 92% onRotten Tomatoesfor their effort. Now, Woodall is set to appear inanother romance book adaptation, the upcomingVladimir, where he will star opposite Rachel Weisz.
Deadlineannounced Thursday thatLeo Woodall will be playing the title character in the upcoming limited seriesVladimir, based on the 2022 novel by Julia May Jonas. Woodall, who rose to prominence as Jack inThe White Lotusseason 2, is set to portray Vladimir, a character whom Rachel Weisz’s character becomes completely captivated by. The eight-episode series was greenlit in March 2025 and has Jones attached to write.
What Leo Woodall’s Involvement Means For Vladimir
Woodall Is Netflix’s New Favorite Actor
The announcement that Leo Woodall will be starring inVladimir, another romantic drama series, could signal thatNetflix views Woodall as the new Hollywood “It-boy”. This is his second Netflix romantic drama miniseries in the last two years, and the first time, the streamer was taking a bit of a chance on the young actor, but now it seems they’re placing him in the role with the expectation that his star and talent will boost the miniseries.
Rachel Weisz is probably best known to most audiences as Evelyn Carnahan inThe Mummyfilms, but beyond those blockbusters, she’s had a more muted television and movie career. At least that’s the case if you only started paying attention to her in the late 2010s. Connecting a 90s star like Weisz with the 2020s like Woodall is an excellent way to bridge the gap between generations.
Our Take On The Leo Woodall Casting
Woodall Seems To Elevate Everything He Participates In
Leo Woodall has been on a rocket ship since he appeared as the duplicitousJack inThe White Lotusseason 2. Since that role, Woodall has starred inBridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, two episodes ofCitadel, and ledOne DayandPrime Target. He’s also set to appear in the upcoming moviesNuremberg,Nomad, andTuner. Placing Woodall in the main cast of a show likeVladimirsounds like a great way to get viewers interested.
Vladimirstill does not have a release date.
The story is about a woman (Weisz) whose life begins unraveling, and in her confusion, she grows obsessed with her captivating new colleague, Vladimir. Woodall has proved time and time again that he can play the mysterious heartthrob.One Daywas a bit more of a conventional romantic drama, buthis role inVladimirwould seem to combine the best parts of his roles in that Netflix series and the dark parts of his role inThe White Lotus.
