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Ben Taylor’s Joy film: Trailer, Release date, true Story Rumors, & all we know About Bill Nighy & Thomasin McKenzie-led IVF Drama
The highly anticipated film Joy has been creating waves recently, especially after its emotional trailer dropped, giving viewers a glimpse into the heart-wrenching and inspiring true story of IVF pioneers.
Starring Bill Nighy, Thomasin McKenzie, and James Norton, the film is set to bring the incredible journey of the first "test-tube baby" to the big screen. This drama captures the challenges faced by the groundbreaking medical team behind the world’s first IVF baby, highlighting their tireless dedication and immense sacrifices.
With a trailer that has already captivated audiences, Joy promises to be a powerful celebration of perseverance and hope. You won’t want to miss the inspiring story of how science transformed lives forever.
Do you want to know what else we can expect from this upcoming drama? We have the premiere date, plot details, trailer insights, and more. Keep reading to uncover more surprises – we'll keep this page updated with the latest info as it comes in!
Release date & Where to Watch
Joy will be available for global streaming on Netflix from Friday, Nov. 22, 2024.
It premiered at the BFI London Film Festival on Oct. 15, 2024, and had a limited theatrical release in the UK and Ireland starting Nov. 15, 2024.
Plot
Joy tells the true story of Jean Purdy, Robert Edwards, and Patrick Steptoe, who pioneered the first successful IVF procedure, leading to the birth of Louise Joy Brown in 1978. The film follows their decade-long struggle against societal opposition and scientific skepticism, portraying their dedication and perseverance.
Through Jean's perspective, it celebrates not only their miracle achievement but also the countless women who participated in their studies, helping to shape the future of fertility treatments and offering hope to generations to come.
Who’s in the cast of Joy?
- Bill Nighy (Love Actually, The Beautiful Game) as Patrick Steptoe
- Thomasin McKenzie (Eileen, The Power of the Dog) as Jean Purdy
- James Norton (Grantchester, Black Mirror) as Robert Edwards
- Joanna Scanlan as Gladys May
- Charlie Murphy (Happy Valley, Halo) as Trisha
- Tanya Moodie as Muriel
- Ella Bruccoleri as Lesley Brown
- Rish Shah (Ms. Marvel) as Arun
- Eoin Duffy (The Dry) as Colin
- Douggie McMeekin (Chernobyl) as John Brown
- Cecily Cleeve (The Marvels) as Caroline
- James Berkery as Dancer
- Mariam Haque as Marie
- Carla Harrison-Hodge as Alice
- Michael Keogh as Reporter
- Oliver Llewellyn Jenkins as Neil
- Abbiegail Mills as Meg
- Olivia Sellers as Sara
Official Trailer
The Joy film trailer offers a powerful glimpse into the groundbreaking journey of IVF pioneers Jean Purdy, Robert Edwards, and Patrick Steptoe. It captures their relentless efforts to unravel the complexities of infertility despite societal opposition.
The trailer shows key moments, such as Jean's persuasion of Robert and Patrick to tackle the unknown, and culminates in the emotional triumph of their success as they cradle Louise Brown, the first test-tube baby.
The teaser highlights Jean pushing the team to pursue uncharted medical territory, while Patrick underscores the importance of their work. As they face media scrutiny, the teaser concludes with the triumphant moment of the trio holding baby Louise, symbolizing their hard-won success.
What is the true Story that Joy is Based on?
Joy is based on the true story of Jean Purdy, Robert Edwards, and Patrick Steptoe, the pioneering scientists behind the creation of the first test-tube baby, Louise Brown, born on July 25, 1978. Louise's birth marked a groundbreaking moment in medical history as the first successful human IVF birth.
Edwards received a Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2010 for his work. Louise, now an IVF ambassador, celebrates this medical milestone as one of the 20th century’s most remarkable breakthroughs.
What has the team Behind Joy said About the film?
Jack Thorne and Ben Taylor shared how their personal IVF experiences shaped the creation of Joy. Taylor, a father to two boys through IVF, said in an interview with Screen Daily, “As the proud father to two boys only made possible by IVF, this is a story extremely close to my heart.”
Thorne, who experienced seven IVF rounds with his wife Rachel, emphasized the awe-inspiring and groundbreaking nature of the pioneers' work. He said in the same interview, “The more we discovered, the more amazed we were, at the audacity of the science and the lack of support from the scientific community. It is an incredible story.”
Both also praised the collaborative effort of the cast and production team in telling this extraordinary story.
Filming & Production
Filming for Joy began in September 2023 and wrapped up on Jan. 23, 2024. The production happened in the United Kingdom.
Behind the Scenes
Joy is directed by Ben Taylor (Sex Education), with a screenplay by Jack Thorne, who co-developed the story with his wife, Rachel Mason, along with Emma Gordon and Shaun Topp. Produced by Wildgaze Films and Pathé for Netflix, the film is executive produced by Cameron McCracken. Cinematography is by Jamie Cairney, with casting by Lucy Bevan and Olivia Grant. Finola Dwyer and Amanda Posey of Wildgaze lead the production.
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