Anderson, who stars as sex therapist Jean Milburn on the critically acclaimed British comedy-drama, told Entertainment Weekly that after she first read the script, she actually put it in the garbage. 

“I read a teeny bit of the first episode and threw it in the bin. Initially I felt that it was too on the nose,” she said.

But then Anderson’s real-life partner got involved. 

“Pete essentially took it out the bin and read it and loved it, and said, ‘You’re mad. This will be really good for you to do.’ I read it and I thought it was hilarious.” And does he take credit for the success? “He does keep reminding me that the success of it is all down to him,” Anderson added with a laugh. 

Anderson’s next project is season four of The Crown as British prime minister Margaret Thatcher. 

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Despite season 3 of The Crown only set to premiere in a few months’ time, production on season 4 of the Netflix series is currently underway.

When the show returns to the streaming service, we will have jumped into the future with Olivia Colman taking on the role of Queen Elizabeth II, which until now had been played by Claire Foy.

The subsequent season will focus on the Queen’s relationship with Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, which was not an easy one.

The Crown confirmed that Sex Education actress Gillian Anderson will be taking on the role of the former government leader.

“I am so excited to be joining the cast and crew of The Crown and to have the opportunity to portray such a complicated and controversial woman,” Anderson said in a statement. “Thatcher was undoubtedly formidable but I am relishing exploring beneath the surface and, dare I say, falling in love with the icon who, whether loved or despised, defined an era.”

The Crown is scheduled to return with season 3 on November 17th.

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So it’s only right that a formidable actress takes on the role of the former British Prime Minister.

With The Crown undergoing a time-leap for its forthcoming third season, the Netflix series will find itself amidst the reign of the Iron Lady.

It has now been confirmed that the The Fall actress, Gillian Anderson, will play the late stateswoman.

During her tenure, Thatcher had a fraught relationship with Queen Elizabeth II who was portrayed by Claire Foy in seasons one and two of the Netflix series, but will now be taken over by The Night Manager actress, Olivia Colman, going forth.

Olivia is joined by Outlander star, Tobias Menzies, and Helena Bonham Carter of Les Misérables who will take over as Prince Philip and Princess Margaret, respectively.

Queen Elizabeth will receive some respite as Gillian is only due to assume her role in season 4 of The Crown.

The Queen is expected to return to her throne later this year.

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Anderson, who stars as sex therapist Jean Milburn on the critically acclaimed British comedy-drama, told Entertainment Weekly that after she first read the script, she actually put it in the garbage. 

“I read a teeny bit of the first episode and threw it in the bin. Initially I felt that it was too on the nose,” she said.

But then Anderson’s real-life partner got involved. 

“Pete essentially took it out the bin and read it and loved it, and said, ‘You’re mad. This will be really good for you to do.’ I read it and I thought it was hilarious.” And does he take credit for the success? “He does keep reminding me that the success of it is all down to him,” Anderson added with a laugh. 

Anderson’s next project is season four of The Crown as British prime minister Margaret Thatcher. 

The post Gillian Anderson Originally Said No to “Sex Education” appeared first on TheDailyDay.

Despite season 3 of The Crown only set to premiere in a few months’ time, production on season 4 of the Netflix series is currently underway.

When the show returns to the streaming service, we will have jumped into the future with Olivia Colman taking on the role of Queen Elizabeth II, which until now had been played by Claire Foy.

The subsequent season will focus on the Queen’s relationship with Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, which was not an easy one.

The Crown confirmed that Sex Education actress Gillian Anderson will be taking on the role of the former government leader.

“I am so excited to be joining the cast and crew of The Crown and to have the opportunity to portray such a complicated and controversial woman,” Anderson said in a statement. “Thatcher was undoubtedly formidable but I am relishing exploring beneath the surface and, dare I say, falling in love with the icon who, whether loved or despised, defined an era.”

The Crown is scheduled to return with season 3 on November 17th.

The post Gillian Anderson Officially Joins “The Crown” appeared first on TheDailyDay.

So it’s only right that a formidable actress takes on the role of the former British Prime Minister.

With The Crown undergoing a time-leap for its forthcoming third season, the Netflix series will find itself amidst the reign of the Iron Lady.

It has now been confirmed that the The Fall actress, Gillian Anderson, will play the late stateswoman.

During her tenure, Thatcher had a fraught relationship with Queen Elizabeth II who was portrayed by Claire Foy in seasons one and two of the Netflix series, but will now be taken over by The Night Manager actress, Olivia Colman, going forth.

Olivia is joined by Outlander star, Tobias Menzies, and Helena Bonham Carter of Les Misérables who will take over as Prince Philip and Princess Margaret, respectively.

Queen Elizabeth will receive some respite as Gillian is only due to assume her role in season 4 of The Crown.

The Queen is expected to return to her throne later this year.

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