Leo Woodall Joins Sydney Sweeney in The Custom of the Country — Everything We Know So Far

Leo Woodall is adding another major project to his growing résumé. The breakout British actor has officially signed on to star opposite Sydney Sweeney in the upcoming film adaptation of The Custom of the Country, based on the 1913 novel by Edith Wharton.

The announcement positions the film as one of the most anticipated literary adaptations currently in development. With two rising stars at the center, the project is already generating serious awards-season buzz.

Everything to Know About The Custom of the Country Film

The film is being directed and adapted by Josie Rourke, known for her work on Mary Queen of Scots. Rourke is bringing Wharton’s biting social satire to life for modern audiences while preserving its early 20th-century setting.

The story follows Undine Spragg, played by Sydney Sweeney, a fiercely ambitious young woman from the Midwest determined to break into New York’s elite social circles. As she maneuvers through high society in both America and Europe, Undine uses charm, beauty, and calculated decisions to climb the social ladder—often leaving emotional fallout in her wake.

The adaptation is fully financed by Studiocanal and produced alongside Rabbit’s Foot Films. The studio is planning a theatrical rollout across several international markets, including the UK, France, Germany, and Australia.

While Woodall’s specific role has not yet been officially detailed, he is expected to play a key figure within Undine’s complicated social and romantic world..

The Custom of the Country Release Date

As of now, The Custom of the Country does not have an official release date. Production details are still unfolding, and casting announcements continue to build anticipation. Given the scale of the adaptation and its period setting, a 2027 release would not be surprising, though this remains unconfirmed.

For fans of Leo Woodall and Sydney Sweeney alike, this adaptation marks a major moment—pairing two of Hollywood’s most compelling young performers in a story about ambition, power, and reinvention.