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Billie Eilish Debuts Acting in Sarah Polley's Bell Jar

8/5/2026

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Singer Billie Eilish filmed her acting debut as Esther Greenwood in Sarah Polley’s adaptation of The Bell Jar in Toronto.
Production began in June 2026 and continued through the summer on location in Toronto.
Director Sarah Polley adapted Sylvia Plath’s 1963 novel for the film.
Carey Mulligan was cast as Mrs. Greenwood while Connor Storrie also appears.
Focus Features backs and distributes the movie, which has no official release date.

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Story summary

Singer Billie Eilish filmed her acting debut as Esther Greenwood in Sarah Polley’s adaptation of The Bell Jar in Toronto.
Production began in June 2026 and continued through the summer on location in Toronto.
Director Sarah Polley adapted Sylvia Plath’s 1963 novel for the film.
Carey Mulligan was cast as Mrs. Greenwood while Connor Storrie also appears.
Focus Features backs and distributes the movie, which has no official release date.