Content overview: “Daisy Ridley to Star in Paramount+ Sci-Fi Reboot of Classic TV Series”. Daisy Ridley, best known for her role as Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, has officially signed on for her first television series, a sci-fi reboot for Paramount+. The untitled project will reimagine a classic TV series, though the specific title has not yet been disclosed. Ridley will also serve as an executive producer, marking a significant step in her career beyond the big screen.
This move places Ridley at the center of Paramount+'s strategy to leverage recognizable IP for its streaming service, which competes with giants like Netflix and Disney+. The original series, which aired decades ago, has a dedicated fanbase, and the reboot aims to introduce it to a new generation while capitalizing on Ridley's global star power. For Ridley, the project represents a return to the genre that made her a household name, but also an opportunity to shape a character over multiple episodes. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.