Dua Lipa is set to make her first foray into ensemble comedy with the upcoming A24 production Peaked, which also features an acclaimed cast including Oscar-winner Laura Dern, Sex Education actress Emma Mackey, and Bridgerton star Simone Ashley.
The film is directed by Molly Gordon, widely recognised for her work on The Bear, and co-written by Gordon with Allie Levitan. Peaked centres on two women who were infamous for their mischievous high school antics, following them a decade later as they return to their classmates for a ten-year reunion and attempt to reclaim their teenage prominence.
Deadline reports that Lipa’s involvement represents a major step into ensemble comedy, complementing her growing acting portfolio alongside music. She joins a diverse and dynamic cast, blending established Hollywood talent with rising stars.
Cast and Production Overview
| Contribution | Name | Notable Works / Role |
|---|---|---|
| Director & Co-writer | Molly Gordon | The Bear, actor and filmmaker |
| Co-writer & Exec Producer | Allie Levitan | Writer, executive producer |
| Cast Member | Dua Lipa | Barbie (Mermaid Barbie), Argylle |
| Cast Member | Laura Dern | Oscar-winning actress |
| Cast Member | Emma Mackey | Sex Education |
| Cast Member | Simone Ashley | Bridgerton |
| Supporting Cast | Connor Storrie, Gabby Windey, Levon Hawke, Emil Wakim, Mitra Jouhari, Alex Consani, Amy Sedaris, Owen Thiele, Jaya Harper | Ensemble roles |
| Production Company | A24 | Known for distinctive indie films |
| Producers | David Hinojosa, Zach Nutman, Molly Gordon | Overseeing production |
| Filming Location | New Jersey | Production set to begin next month |
Filming is scheduled to commence in New Jersey in the coming month, although specific details regarding Lipa’s character and the film’s release remain under wraps.
This marks Lipa’s third major screen role following her portrayal of Mermaid Barbie in Greta Gerwig’s 2024 blockbuster Barbie, and her role as LaGrange in Matthew Vaughn’s Argylle. Her involvement in Peaked underscores a deliberate expansion into acting alongside her successful music career.
Speaking of music, Lipa’s 2024 album Radical Optimism offered summery, psych-pop energy and was met with a three-star review from NME. While praised for its “hedonistic and carefree vibes”, the review noted that it sometimes felt “frustratingly passive”, leaving listeners questioning whether it fully delivered on its promise.
With Peaked, Dua Lipa appears poised to solidify her presence in both the music and film industries, embracing a new genre and collaborating with a high-profile ensemble under the distinctive A24 banner.