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The Evolution of Emilia Clarke: From Game of Thrones to Criminal
Emilia Clarke takes on a new role in the Amazon crime drama Criminal
Emilia Clarke, best known for her iconic portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen in HBO’s Game of Thrones, is set to appear in a never-seen-before role in the upcoming crime drama Criminal. Based on the graphic novel series created by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips, Criminal follows an interconnected universe of crime stories.
“Mallory is a woman on the edge, living on the wrong side of the law and hiding secrets that will bring her and her entire crew into the danger zone.” - Emilia Clarke on her character Mallory in Criminal
In Criminal, Emilia Clarke plays Mallory, a slick and daring armed robber who is part of a heist crew with Ricky Lawless (Gus Halper), with whom she’s in a passionate Bonnie-and-Clyde-like affair. The show also features a star-studded cast, including Charlie Hunnam, Richard Jenkins, John Hawkes, Adria Arjona, Logan Browning, Kadeem Hardison, Pat Healy, Taylor Sele, Aliyah Camacho, Michael Mando, Marvin Jones III, Michael Xavier, and Dominic Burgess.
Emilia Clarke as Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones
Emilia Clarke’s rise to fame began with her breakout role in Game of Thrones, where she played the Mother of Dragons for eight seasons, earning four Emmy nominations for outstanding actress in a drama series. Since then, she has appeared in Marvel’s Secret Invasion, Disney’s Solo: A Star Wars Story, and Terminator: Genisys. In 2022, she made her West End stage debut in Anya Reiss’ adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull.
Mallory, Emilia Clarke’s character in Criminal
In Criminal, Emilia Clarke takes on a new challenge, playing a complex and dynamic character in a crime drama. With her proven acting chops and dedication to her craft, it’s clear that Emilia Clarke is ready to take on whatever roles come her way.
The Future of Crime Dramas
Criminal marks a new direction for Emilia Clarke, and its success could pave the way for more crime dramas featuring complex female characters. As the TV landscape continues to evolve, it’s exciting to see talented actresses like Emilia Clarke taking on new and challenging roles.
The future of crime dramas is looking bright
With Criminal set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video, fans of Emilia Clarke and crime dramas alike are eagerly anticipating her latest project. Will Criminal be the next big hit in the world of TV dramas? Only time will tell.