5 Best Theo James Roles if You Liked The Monkey & Miss Him in The White Lotus
An adaptation of Jane Austen's unfinished work, one of the most popular dystopian teen adaptations, and a spin-off of Guy Ritchie's film.
On February 21, Osgood Perkins' new horror film The Monkey was released, based on a story by Stephen King and starring Theo James.
In honor of the movie's release, we're going to tell you about the project's lead star, who also played one of the lead roles in the second season of HBO's smash hit The White Lotus.
1. Sanditon, 2019-2023
Based on Jane Austen's last unfinished novel, the costume drama follows Charlotte as she moves to the small seaside village of Sanditon. Here, in true Austen style, she is destined to meet Sidney (Theo James), a proud and cold young man.
It's easy to fall under the spell of the seascape and Theo James. Plus, Sanditon feels like a younger brother to Bridgerton – so if you miss one of Netflix 's most popular projects, take a closer look at this Jane Austen adaptation.
2. The Gentlemen, 2024-2026
The Gentlemen series expands on the universe of the movie of the same name, which was released five years earlier. Edward (Theo James), the youngest son of the Duke of Halstead, returns home after his father's death, unexpectedly inherits a title and a vast estate, and learns that marijuana is being grown under the family nest.
Theo James forms a fascinating screen duo with Kaya Scodelario, where work comes first and emotions only occasionally spill out.
3. The Time Traveler's Wife, 2022
The 2006 sci-fi melodrama got a new life thanks to Steven Moffat himself, starring Theo James and Rose Leslie.
Based on the novel by Audrey Niffenegger, the series tells the story of the relationship between Chicago librarian Henry and his wife Clare. Due to a rare genetic disorder, Henry is forced to constantly travel through time.
The main character's illness has a direct impact on his marriage to Clare, who spends most of her life waiting for a date with her loved one.
4. Divergent, 2014
The action takes place in the city of Chicago, which has become an independent state after a nuclear war. The entire society is divided into five factions, one of which a citizen joins upon reaching the age of 16.
Tris is a unique girl who does not fit into any category and is therefore a threat to the authorities. After hiding her test results, she joins the Dauntless, the only faction that allows the use of weapons.
The lead role of Tris was played by Shailene Woodley, and the role of her love interest went to Theo James. The actor received a Teen Choice Award for his role as Four.
5. Castlevania, 2017-2021
Count Dracula fell in love with an ordinary woman who came to his castle with a noble purpose. But while the vampire was away, the locals accused her of witchcraft and burned her at the stake.
In response, Dracula promised to destroy the entire human race – the townspeople have only one year, then the most terrifying creatures will attack them. Only monster hunter Trevor Belmont can save the people.
Theo James entered the world of vampires and voiced the character of Hector – one of the generals of Dracula's army. In total, the actor managed to work on 28 episodes of the series.