Christopher Chung Talks ‘My Brilliant Career’ — and What’s Next for ‘Slow Horses’

Christopher Chung knows how to build intrigue.  “Sometimes trailers give away all of the good stuff,” says the Australian actor, offering his review of the teaser for Netflix’s new series “My Brilliant Career.” “But I don’t think we did.” Chung stars in the new screen adaptation of the classic 1901 Australian novel, about a rebellious young woman who defies marriage expectations. Chung steps into the romantic lead role of Harry Beecham, who, in Netflix’s expanded version, faces competition in the form of another suitor, but also the woman’s own ambition. “To see an East Asian leading romantic part that’s in a period piece, that’s in Australia is — it’s an albatross. You never see them,” Chung says of his attraction to the role. “To step into these shoes in such a profound way and to take on that part — from reading the initial breakdown, that was something that I really wanted to do.” Christopher Chung and Philippa Northeast in “My Brilliant Career.” Cr. Ian Routledge/Netflix © 2026. Ian Routledge/Netflix Beecham was previously portrayed onscreen by the late Sam Neill in the acclaimed 1979 film adaptation. Chung briefly connected with the actor, who passed away earlier this summer, during filming. “I sent him a video of me

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