Jonathan Pryce Headlines New Sky Drama and Secures Major Film Deal
LONDON, 29 January 2026 – Acclaimed Welsh actor Sir Jonathan Pryce is at the centre of two major entertainment announcements this week. The Oscar-nominated star has a leading role in Sky’s highly anticipated new crime drama, Under Salt Marsh, while his upcoming political thriller film, Keep Her Quiet, has been boarded for international sales by powerhouse distributor Beta Cinema.
Patriarch of “Under Salt Marsh”
Pryce is set to appear as Solomon Bevan, the patriarch of a fictional Welsh community, in Sky’s six-part detective series Under Salt Marsh. The show, which also stars Yellowstone‘s Kelly Reilly, promises a gripping narrative set in the town of Morfa Halen. The series has been created by the team behind Magpie Murders and is slated for release on Sky and streaming service Now in the coming months. Pryce’s involvement adds considerable prestige, following his celebrated performances in Netflix’s The Crown and the film The Two Popes.
Thriller “Keep Her Quiet” Gains Momentum
Separately, the political thriller Keep Her Quiet, featuring Pryce alongside Holy Spider actress Zar Amir and Amir El-Masry, has received a significant boost. Leading German sales agent Beta Cinema has acquired the project ahead of the European Film Market (EFM). The film, described as a “high-stakes” real-life thriller, is now positioned for a strong international rollout. While a release date is still to be confirmed, the deal marks a major step forward for the production.
Key Facts & Upcoming Projects
| Project | Role & Details |
|---|---|
| Under Salt Marsh (TV Series) | Role: Solomon Bevan. A six-part Sky detective drama set in Wales. Release expected in 2026. |
| Keep Her Quiet (Film) | Political thriller with Zar Amir and Amir El-Masry. Recently boarded for sales by Beta Cinema. |
| Recent Acclaim | Pryce is best known recently for playing Prince Philip in The Crown and Pope Francis in The Two Popes (2019), for which he received an Academy Award nomination. |
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Under Salt Marsh be released?
Under Salt Marsh does not have a confirmed premiere date yet, but it is expected to launch on Sky and its streaming service Now sometime in 2026. Promotional material and first-look images have recently been released.
What is Keep Her Quiet about?
Specific plot details for Keep Her Quiet remain under wraps, but it is described as a “high-stakes” political thriller based on real-life events. The film stars Jonathan Pryce, Zar Amir, and Amir El-Masry.
What other projects does Jonathan Pryce have coming up?
Beyond these two announcements, Pryce is also attached to star in the upcoming heist film Here Comes the Flood alongside Denzel Washington. He also portrayed Pope Francis in a Netflix film, with Sir Anthony Hopkins as Pope Benedict XVI.