Elizabeth Banks’ Charlie’s Angels Reboot Adds Sam Claflin to the Cast

Elizabeth Banks’ reboot of Charlie’s Angels has continued to fill out its ensemble, with British actor Sam Claflin confirmed as the latest addition. Claflin, known for his work in films such as Love, Rosie and The Riot Club and for his role in The Hunger Games series, joins a cast that blends established stars with rising talent for a fresh, global take on the classic franchise.

Sam Claflin in Adrift (2018)

Claflin’s role in the new Charlie’s Angels is being kept under wraps, but his casting reunites him with Elizabeth Banks, who directed Pitch Perfect 2 and who also appears on screen in the new Angels project. Banks will both direct and act in the film, portraying one of the three characters intended to inherit the long-running Bosley role from the original television series and earlier films. The director’s decision to expand the Bosley concept — turning a single aide into multiple operatives — is part of the production’s broader effort to modernize and diversify the Angels universe.

The cast already includes notable names such as Sir Patrick Stewart and Djimon Hounsou, who have been announced as two of the Bosley characters. The Angels themselves will be played by Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott and Ella Balinska. Stewart, who recently received acclaim in international film circles, and Naomi Scott, known for her starring role in Power Rangers (2017), join newcomer Ella Balinska to form a lead trio designed to reflect a younger, more global sensibility.

Additional supporting cast members include Luis Gerardo Méndez and Jonathan Tucker, further strengthening the ensemble. The combination of veteran actors and fresh faces signals a production intent on balancing star power with new perspectives, and on creating a film that appeals to international audiences while remaining true to the franchise’s action-oriented roots.

Elizabeth Banks co-wrote the screenplay for this reboot with Jay Basu, who wrote the screenplay for the thriller The Girl in the Spider’s Web. Banks will also produce the film through Brownstone Productions alongside Max Handelman. Doug Belgrad is producing through Entertainment 2.0, and Elizabeth Cantillon is also attached as a producer. This production team pairs Banks’ creative vision with experienced industry partners to shepherd the film from script to screen.

According to studio announcements, the reboot aims to deliver a contemporary, energetic interpretation of Charlie’s Angels — one that emphasizes international scope, a youthful tone, and updated dynamics among the characters. Rather than a direct remake of the TV series or the earlier film adaptations, this version seeks to broaden the franchise’s mythology by reimagining roles and relationships, and by situating the Angels in a modern, global context.

The movie was scheduled for release on 27 September 2019. As with any high-profile reboot, expectations are focused on how the new creative choices — including multiple Bosleys and the ensemble cast — will resonate with longtime fans and new viewers alike. With Banks at the helm as director, co-writer and cast member, the project represents a significant personal and professional undertaking for her, blending creative control with a hands-on role in front of the camera.

Fans and industry observers will be watching casting announcements, production updates and promotional material as the release approaches, eager to see how this iteration of Charlie’s Angels updates the franchise for contemporary audiences while maintaining its core appeal: fast-paced action, teamwork, and the distinctive chemistry among its leads.