Dakota and Elle Fanning Make History: Sisters to Star Together in 'The Nightingale'

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00:00Dakota and Elle Fanning make history, sisters to star, together in The Nightingale.

00:06Book lovers rejoice!

00:08Kristen Hanna's beloved novel is making its way to the big screen.

00:12The Nightingale tells the stories of two sisters, separated by years and experience, by ideals,

00:19passion and circumstance, each embarking on her own dangerous path toward survival, love

00:24and freedom in German-occupied, war-torn France, a heartbreakingly beautiful novel that celebrates

00:31the resilience of the human spirit and the durability of women, the book's summary explained.

00:36The Fanning sisters expressed excitement in a joint statement.

00:39The Nightingale will be the first time we act on screen together.

00:43We have played the same character at different ages, but have never spoken to each other in

00:47front of a camera.

00:48In this film, Elle will portray Isabelle, while Dakota takes on the role of Vianne.

00:53The sisters previously appeared in the 2001 film I Am Sam but did not share screen time.

00:59Fans responded enthusiastically to the casting announcement.

01:02Chills!

01:03Such a perfect casting, and what a beautiful story to be in together for the first time!

01:07One fan commented,

01:09The film, directed by Michael Morris, is scheduled for theatrical release on February 12, 2027.

01:16Both actresses called the opportunity a dream come true to share their artistry with each

01:20other.