Alicia Vikander Teams up With Aaron Taylor-johnson for Netflix Series

WHO:

Variety - Alicia Vikander and Aaron Taylor-Johnson are the main stars of the Netflix series "Enigma Variations."

Deadline - The series is based on a novel by André Aciman, the author of "Call Me By Your Name."

WHAT:

Variety - The show "Enigma Variations" was confirmed to be in development at Netflix.

Deadline - The series is described as a limited series and tells the story of Paul, played by Taylor-Johnson.

WHEN:

Variety - The project was initially reported to be in the works in January 2025.

Variety - Netflix picked up "Enigma Variations" to series in March 2026.

HOW:

Deadline - The series will be written by Amanda Kate Shuman and directed by Oliver Hermanus.

(UPDATED June 29, 2026 17:50 UTC)

Netflix has officially confirmed the development of a limited series titled "Enigma Variations," starring Alicia Vikander and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Based on a novel by André Aciman, known for "Call Me By Your Name," the series follows the character Paul, portrayed by Taylor-Johnson. The project was initially reported in January 2025, with Netflix picking it up to series in March 2026, and it will be written by Amanda Kate Shuman and directed by Oliver Hermanus.