Anya Taylor-Joy steps into a fierce character embroiled in crime with high-octane action sequences after her unconventional childhood in the brand-new mini-series, ‘Lucky.’ The 30-year-old leads the seven-episode limited series. While torn between choosing a lifestyle, circumstances keep her freedom and security at stake. Here’s a closer look at Anya Taylor-Joy’s new mini-series, ‘Lucky.’
‘Lucky’ episode releases
Anya Taylor-Joy dons the role of Lucky (Luciana Anderson) in the new mini-series, released on Apple TV. The first two episodes were released on the OTT platform on July 15, 2026, keeping the thrill alive with weekly releases every Wednesday until the season finale on August 19, 2026, per Deadline. Episode 1: ‘No Shortcuts,’ Wednesday, July 15, 2026Episode 2: ‘Make ‘Em Dance,’’ Wednesday, July 15, 2026Episode 3 – Wednesday, July 22, 2026Episode 4 – Wednesday, July 29, 2026Episode 5 – Wednesday, August 5, 2026Episode 6 – Wednesday, August 12, 2026Episode 7 – Wednesday, August 19, 2026Despite season 1 being limited to seven episodes, the show is adapted from Marissa Stapley’s novel. She is currently working on the follow-up novel from the same world, leaving room for a project revolving around the Lucky-verse.
About the ‘Lucky’ plot
Lucky’s startling upbringing – her father is a con artist, and her mother is an FBI agent – sets the tone for her life decisions. Aiming for a million-dollar heist, the plan falls apart, leading her to use the skills she learnt from her father to flee the site. However, she must remain discreet from her FBI agent mother and a mob boss on her trail – for opposite reasons.
About the cast and crew of ‘Lucky’
Created by Jonathan Tropper, Anya Taylor-Joy takes the lead as Lucky, while Drew Starkey plays her husband, Cary. The con artist father is played by Timothy Olyphant, and the FBI agent mother is played by Billie Rand. Meanwhile, the mob boss is played by Annette Bening.