Andrew Lincoln Shines in Netflix's Festive Film - A Must-Watch Holiday Favorite!

2023-10-02 00:42:04

Walking Dead's Andrew Lincoln stars in holiday favorite movie on Netflix

Actor Andrew Lincoln, known for his portrayal of the heroic Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead, is set to reprise his role in the highly anticipated spinoff The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live, scheduled for release in 2024. But in the meantime, fans can catch Lincoln in a completely different role as Mark in the beloved holiday film, Love Actually.

The film, which is considered a holiday "must-see," was created by British screenwriter, producer, and director Richard Curtis, renowned for his exceptional romantic comedies such as Notting Hill, the Bridget Jones series, and Four Weddings and a Funeral.

Love Actually was recently added to Netflix's catalog on October 1, 2023.

Set in London, the film follows the intertwined stories of ten different characters in the weeks leading up to Christmas, with an epilogue set one month later.

The film boasts a stellar soundtrack featuring iconic songs like "God Only Knows" by the Beach Boys, "Both Sides Now" by Joni Mitchell, and "Turn Me On" by Norah Jones. Notable musical moments include a memorable wedding scene featuring the Beatles' "All You Need Is Love" performed by the late Lynden David Hall. The movie also includes songs by Kelly Clarkson, Dido, Maroon 5, The Calling, Otis Redding, and a version of Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas Is You" sung by Olivia Olson, who also stars in the film.

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Love Actually Cast

The cast of Love Actually showcases remarkable talent. Andrew Lincoln portrays Mark, a man secretly pining for an unattainable love. Hugh Grant plays David, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, and Billy Bob Thornton takes on the role of the President of the United States.

Other notable actors featured in the film include Liam Neeson, Colin Firth, Laura Linney, Emma Thompson, Alan Rickman, Keira Knightley, Martine McCutcheon, Bill Nighy, Rowan Atkinson, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, and Chiwetel Ejiofor. Additionally, Claudia Schiffer, Elisha Cuthbert, January Jones, Denise Richards, and Martin Freeman make appearances.

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Love Actually Trailer – featuring Andrew Lincoln

Take a glimpse at Andrew Lincoln's performance in Love Actually by watching the trailer below.

If you haven't yet watched this movie, make sure to add it to your holiday viewing list.

• Published on 09/30/2023 at 4:16 PM EDT
• Last updated on 09/30/2023 at 4:16 PM EDT

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