Shannon Pufahl’s hit novel On Swift Horses is getting its big-screen adaptation and its cast will be as impressive as it gets. Normal People’s Daisy Edgar-Jones and Euphoria’s Jacob Elordi will play lead roles in this promising drama, set in the world of racehorse gambling.
On Swift Horses tells the story of newlyweds Muriel and Lee, who are trying to rebuild their lives after he returns from the Korean War. Their newfound stability is destroyed once Lee’s charismatic younger brother Julius enters the picture and a dangerous love triangle forms between them.
On Swift Horses is set in the thrilling world of racehorse gambling, and it will take us between the beaches of San Diego and the glitzy streets of Las Vegas after Julius leaves everything behind and heads to Sin City to chase the American Dream.
On Swift Horses will be directed by Daniel Minahan, while Bryce Kass came on board to adapt the script. Peter Spears and FirstGen’s Mollye Asher are producing the project, after winning the Best Picture Oscar for Nomadland. Daisy Edgar-Jones and Jacob Elordi landed the lead roles, while the rest of the cast includes Will Poulter, Diego Calva, and Sasha Calle.
