Here is everything you need to know about the Fourth Wing TV series.
Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series is on a roll. With Onyx Storm, the third book in the romance saga, breaking records as the fastest-selling adult novel in 20 years, it's safe to say that Violet Sorrengail and her dragon-riding adventures are a veritable cultural phenomenon.
If you thought the dragon craze was over, think again. The first two books, Fourth Wing and Iron Flame, sit right behind Onyx Storm on the bestseller list, proving that this series is not slowing down anytime soon.But what's more exciting than a bestselling book series? Oh, how about a TV adaptation?
From Book To Screen – What We Know So Far
In October 2023, the big news broke: Fourth Wing is officially being adapted into a Prime Video series, thanks to a partnership between Amazon MGM Studios and Michael B. Jordan's Outlier Society.
For those keeping track, Jordan's production company was behind Creed III, so they know a thing or two about packing a punch. Yarros herself is on board as an executive producer, so you know the show is in good hands.Moira Walley-Beckett, the powerhouse writer behind Breaking Bad and Anne with an E, was announced as showrunner in July 2024. If you're not familiar with her work, just know that she has the chops to turn Fourth Wing into something truly special.
So what's the next step? Well, casting and a release date are still up in the air, but don't worry, the wheels are definitely turning behind the scenes.
The Cast: Who Will Play Violet And Xaden?
When it comes to casting, Yarros has been pretty tight-lipped about her ideal choices, but fans have already started their own unofficial casting calls. The Internet is abuzz with speculation, and a few names keep popping up.For Xaden Riorson, Violet's brooding love interest, the rumor mill has latched onto a few actors. One name that's come up more than once is Josh Heuston, an Australian actor best known for Heartbreak High. Fans first picked up on his potential casting after he added a dragon emoji to his Instagram bio, and it just snowballed from there.
But it wasn't just the emoji – Heuston has also been spotted reading Onyx Storm in public, and some of his social media activity has fans convinced he's at least in the running for Xaden.
Another name in the mix is Emilio Sakraya, who made waves with his role in Warrior Nun. His combat training and martial arts skills make him a perfect fit for Xaden, who is known as one of the best fighters in Basgiath.
Like Heuston, Sakraya's social media activity has fueled the fire – especially when he posted a dragon emoji and some photos of himself training, which, let's face it, are pretty on-brand for the character.
And let's not forget Mackenzie Foy, who has long been a fan favorite as Violet. Foy has the look – pale skin, brown hair, and light eyes – and her acting chops are undeniable.
If her Instagram is anything to go by, she's been doing some physical training, which could be an indicator that she's gearing up for something big.
Fans are hoping she'll take the reins as Violet, and honestly, who can blame them? Foy is no stranger to playing complex characters, as seen in her role as Murph in Interstellar.
What’s Next For The Show?
Right now, it’s still a waiting game. No release date, no official casting announcements. But given the passion from the fans and the behind-the-scenes talent, it’s clear this adaptation is shaping up to be something worth getting excited about.
In the meantime, Yarros has been praising Walley-Beckett’s work on the pilot script, and from what we hear, she’s thrilled with how it turned out.
In her own words, she was “kicking her feet” while reading it. That’s a pretty good sign, if you ask me.
One More Thing – The Soundtrack
If there's one thing that could make the Fourth Wing movie even better, it's the inclusion of the song Ordinary by Alex Warren. Fans of the books have been playing it on repeat, and it perfectly captures the vibe of Violet and Xaden's relationship.
Yarros herself has mentioned how much she loves the song, and it would be a huge nod to the BookTok community if it found its way onto the show's soundtrack.