Joey King has now become a household name, especially when it comes to Netflix movies following her performances in The Kissing Booth franchise and most recently, A Family Affair.
King has more lined up for her on the streaming platform, which is why we’re here to tell you more about Uglies, an upcoming sci-fi action movie based on the novel written by Scott Westerfeld.
King is only one part of the movie, as there’s plenty more to look forward to, from a talented cast to a gripping narrative. The movie has been directed by Joseph McGinty Nichol, more commonly known as McG, who has previously directed movies like Terminator Salvation, Charlie’s Angels, and The Babysitter.
So, keep reading the article to learn more about Uglies.
What is the Plot of Uglies?
The movie takes place in a dystopian society and follows the story of teenager Tally Youngblood who is ready to rebel against the set beauty standards in this futuristic period.
Here, young people undergo mandatory cosmetic surgery and when it is Tally’s turn to do the same, she decides to stand against it instead after spending her whole life wanting to be pretty. You can catch a glimpse of Tally and her journey in the official trailer of Uglies.
The Cast of Uglies
As mentioned earlier, the movie has a talented cast, which will be led by none other than Joey King, who will play the role of Tally Youngblood. King is most popularly known for her roles in The Kissing Booth, A Family Affair, The Act, We Were the Lucky Ones, The In Between, and The Princess.
Joining King in the cast of Uglies are Keith Powers (The Perfect Find, Straight Outta Compton), Chase Stokes (One of Us Is Lying, Outer Banks), Brianne Tju (I Know What You Did Last Summer, Light as a Feather), and Laverne Cox (Orange Is the New Black, The Rocky Horror Picture Show).
When and Where Can You Watch Uglies?
The official release date of Uglies isn’t too far away as the upcoming sci-fi action movie directed by McG is slated to be released on September 13, 2024.
Joey King, Brianne Tju, Keith Powers, Chase Stokes, and Laverne Cox.
— Netflix UK & Ireland (@NetflixUK) August 8, 2024
UGLIES, based on the best-selling novel, is coming to Netflix 13 September. pic.twitter.com/ekmUQZESjR
This title will be exclusively available to stream on Netflix, so make sure you have updated your subscription to the streaming platform and marked your calendars because you wouldn’t want to miss out on this!
Conclusion
McG’s splendid direction paired with a diverse ensemble cast in Uglies is poised to be a recipe for success, especially given Netflix’s packed roster for 2024. Make sure you keep a lookout for our review of the same next month!