Marisa Abela and Harris Dickinson Shine in Audible’s Bold Pride and Prejudice

Audible’s brand new take on Jane Austen’s classic, starring Marisa Abela as Elizabeth Bennet and Harris Dickinson as the ever-brooding Mr. Darcy, brings fresh energy to the story we all know and maybe slightly pretend to have read. This isn’t just another period drama with corsets and brooding stares. This is Austen with bite, reimagined for your headphones.

Why This Version Matters

Let’s set the scene. It’s 2025 and the world is drowning in remakes. But Audible has decided to mark Jane Austen’s 250th anniversary with a bold move: an immersive audio adaptation that actually dares to do something new. Not only does it stay faithful to Austen’s original text, but it also lets us hear Elizabeth’s inner thoughts in crisp first person narration. Think less Masterpiece Theatre and more Netflix meets Regency sass.

Star Power and Sound Design That Slaps

Marisa Abela delivers a performance that’s both razor sharp and emotionally grounded. Her Elizabeth Bennet is smart, sarcastic and utterly relatable. You don’t just hear her dialogue; you live inside her head. Harris Dickinson as Mr. Darcy? The man smolders in audio. It should not be possible, yet here we are.

And let’s talk about the supporting cast. Will Poulter as Wickham is so good it’s unfair. Glenn Close brings Lady Catherine De Bourgh to life like she’s a villain in a high-budget fantasy drama. Plus the sound design is next level with full Dolby Atmos and an original score by Morgan Kibby. It’s like being inside a Regency-era ASMR dream.

A Fresh Take That Actually Works

This version of Pride and Prejudice isn’t just a retelling. It’s a reframing. The first person angle gives us access to Elizabeth’s doubts, dreams and savage inner monologue. If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at a Mr. Collins scene, imagine doing it alongside Lizzy herself. Delicious.

Final Verdict: Worth the Hype

This Audible Original proves that some classics deserve to be revisited. With a killer cast, lush sound design and a truly intimate perspective, Pride and Prejudice starring Marisa Abela and Harris Dickinson is the definitive audio adaptation for a new generation.

Plug in your earbuds, press play and prepare to fall in love with Mr. Darcy all over again. And maybe even appreciate Jane Austen a little more in the process. Just maybe.

Have you listened yet? Let us know what you think or which classic Audible should tackle next.