Nicholas Hoult and Daisy Edgar-Jones Team Up for New UK Comedy Series ‘Mosquito’ on Disney+
EXCLUSIVE: Nicholas Hoult and Daisy Edgar-Jones, two of the leading English actors of their generation, have been cast as the leads in the upcoming Hulu original series, Mosquito. The series has been awarded a six-episode direct-to-series order and is being developed by Oscar-nominated writer Tony McNamara, known for his work on Poor Things. Mosquito is part of Disney+’s UK slate and will stream on Disney+ internationally, while being available on Hulu in the United States.
Set to deliver a sardonic take on a young couple’s relationship, Mosquito reunites Hoult, Edgar-Jones, and McNamara, all of whom were involved in successful Hulu projects in 2020. McNamara created and Hoult starred in the acclaimed comedy-drama The Great, which ran for three seasons, while Edgar-Jones gained recognition for her role in the limited series Normal People. Both series resonated with audiences and critics alike, earning Golden Globe nominations for Hoult and Edgar-Jones, and a significant nod for Best TV Series – Musical or Comedy for McNamara. Additionally, Hoult and McNamara, alongside co-star Elle Fanning, received Emmy nominations for their contributions to The Great.
The narrative of Mosquito channels the dark humor reminiscent of The Great and explores the evolving dynamics of a young couple, similar to the journey fans desired to see for Marianne (Edgar-Jones) and Connell (Paul Mescal) from Normal People.
The series focuses on Kate (Edgar-Jones) and Ed (Hoult), a newly married couple whose hidden truths begin to surface as the pressures of daily life reveal their true selves—all triggered by an intrusive mosquito.
“I’m thrilled and excited to work with two of the best actors around,” McNamara remarked regarding the project. “I can’t wait to go make absurd comedy with them.”
Produced by 20th Television, Piggy Ate Roast Beef Productions, and Hustle & Punch, the series features McNamara as an executive producer along with Hoult, Edgar-Jones, Marian Macgowan, former ABC Signature president Tracy Underwood, and Daniel Pipski. Lee Mason, Disney EMEA executive director, commissioned the series for Disney+. Filming is slated to commence in 2026.
This project represents the first major UK series greenlight following Eric Schrier’s appointment of Angela Jain as Head of Content for Disney+ EMEA in June.
“Tony is one of the most talented writers working in film and television today, with a legacy of incredible success at Disney,” Schrier and Jain stated in a joint comment.
McNamara’s work over the past seven years has predominantly been under the Disney umbrella, including The Great for Hulu and feature films such as The Favourite, Poor Things, and Cruella. His collaborations with Yorgos Lanthimos on The Favourite and Poor Things earned McNamara two Oscar nominations for writing and a BAFTA award.
“His ability to bring fascinating, complex stories to life, combined with sharply written dialogue that captures dark humor and depth, is unparalleled,” Schrier and Jain conveyed. “Partnering with him on Mosquito marks a significant advancement for our local original content, reflecting our ambitions in the UK.”
Additionally, Disney+’s UK originals slate recently achieved success with Rivals, which won the International Emmy for drama series and is set to return for a second season in 2026.
Looking ahead, Edgar-Jones has several high-profile film projects lined up, including Sense and Sensibility and A Place In Hell alongside Michelle Williams, as well as Here Comes the Flood with Denzel Washington and Robert Pattinson. She is represented by UTA, B-Side Management, and Sloane, Offer, Weber & Dern.
Meanwhile, following his roles in Superman and Nosferatu, Hoult will also appear in How To Rob a Bank with Anna Sawai, Pete Davidson, and Zoë Kravitz. Additionally, he is set to take on a role in Tom Ford’s upcoming film Cry to Heaven and return as Lex Luthor in the Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow. Hoult is represented by UTA, 42, and Sloane, Offer, Weber & Dern.
Australian-born McNamara is represented by UTA, Sugar23, HLA Management, and Frankfurt, Kurnit, Klein & Selz.
