The Species
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The Species Synopsis
Emma Darwin, widow of scientist Charles Darwin, finds herself on a late life journey of self-discovery as she faces a challenge to her faith in the form of her beloved atheist husband’s as–yet unpublished autobiography.
The Species is a drama and history film directed by Justin Chadwick. It stars Anthony Hopkins, Charlotte Rampling, Tom Hollander and Billy Howle.
- Director:
- Justin Chadwick
- Writers:
- Jacob Killion
- Producers:
- Christian Taylor, Mary Aloe, Joshua Harris
- Cinematographer:
- Adolpho Veloso
- Composer:
- Lorne Balfe
- Production:
- Taylor Lane Productions, Aloe Entertainment, Peachtree Media Partners, Hail Mary Pictures, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, Wildcard Films, Aha Productions, Dauphin Films
- Status:
- Planned
The Species Cast & Crew
Main cast
Anthony Hopkins
as Charles Darwin
Charlotte Rampling
as Emma Darwin (née Wedgwood)
Tom Hollander
as Marshall Winwick
Billy Howle
as George Darwin
Mia McKenna-Bruce
as Jane
Key crew
Directed by Justin Chadwick, written by Jacob Killion, produced by Christian Taylor, Mary Aloe and Joshua Harris.
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The Species – Frequently Asked Questions
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The main cast of The Species includes Anthony Hopkins, Charlotte Rampling, Tom Hollander, Billy Howle and Mia McKenna-Bruce. The film was directed by Justin Chadwick. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.