In the latest trailer for Hulu’s upcoming mini-series Nine Perfect Strangers, Nicole Kidman delivers a captivating performance that may overshadow her role in The Undoing. Portraying Masha Dmitrichenko, the enigmatic founder of Tranquillum House, Kidman’s character feels like a blend of Gwyneth Paltrow and a malevolent spirit overseeing a wellness retreat.
Adapted from Liane Moriarty’s novel, known for Big Little Lies, this series unfolds at a seemingly idyllic health-and-wellness resort nestled in the Australian countryside. While the setting appears peaceful at first glance, it quickly spirals into chaos as guests are confronted with grave challenges—quite literally, as they are instructed to dig their own graves.
“Welcome to Tranquillum House,” Kidman ominously states in the trailer, adopting an unsettling accent. “We’re going to get you well. You came here to heal. This is going to be a wonderful journey. Sometimes it’ll be unpleasant. There’s nothing to fear. You’re mine now… and you want to be mine.”
The guests, all seeking personal transformations, include a diverse cast: romance novelist Frances (played by Melissa McCarthy), affluent couple Ben (Melvin Gregg) and Jessica (Samara Weaving), the Marconi family featuring schoolteacher Napoleon (Michael Shannon) and his wife Heather and daughter Zoe (Asher Keddie, Grace Van Patten), lonely divorce lawyer Lars (Luke Evans), retired athlete Tony (Bobby Cannavale), and a mother grappling with recent divorce (Regina Hall).
As their individual stories unfold, we witness Kidman exerting control over them through various wellness activities—meditation, yoga, strict food regimens, and a liberal use of LSD. Guests are also asked to forgo caffeine, sugar, and technology, creating an environment ripe for disaster.
“You want to get well? Surrender yourself to Masha,” Hulu describes the series, which premieres on August 18. The eight-episode series is directed by David E. Kelley, renowned for Big Little Lies, and produced by Kidman herself.
Per Saari, Kidman’s producing partner, shared that they acquired the rights to Nine Perfect Strangers with little insight into the storyline. “Liane was talking to Nicole about the seeds of a character, and she embraced it instantly, leading to an extraordinary creation.”
As the trailer concludes, Kidman chillingly reassures, “There’s nothing to fear,” while chaos ensues around the guests, complete with police sirens in the distance. Fortunately for viewers, Hulu will be releasing the first three episodes upon its debut.
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In summary, Nicole Kidman takes on a thrilling role as a wellness guru with dark intentions in Hulu’s Nine Perfect Strangers. The series promises to explore the complexities of personal transformation amid unsettling challenges, making it a must-watch upon its release.