Jacob Elordi Dramatically Lost Weight for His New Prisoner Of War Series, And He Opened Up About How Much Work It Was For The Cast: ‘It Was Like, Oh My God’

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Jacob Elordi gained widespread recognition through Netflix’s “The Kissing Booth” films and later demonstrated his acting talent in HBO’s “Euphoria.” On April 18th, his latest miniseries, titled “The Narrow Road to the Deep North,” will be available on Australia’s Amazon Prime. In this production, Elordi undergoes a dramatic transformation with significant weight loss, making him almost unrecognizable. He shares insights about the hard work he and his castmates put into achieving these changes.

In Richard Flanagan’s upcoming novel adaptation, titled as a miniseries, Jacob Elordi portrays a prisoner-of-war medical officer during World War II. This Australian series will explore various pivotal points in the life of Dorrigo Evans through flashbacks and forwards in time. The narrative unfolds pre-war, where we witness Dorrigo’s love affair with his uncle’s wife; during the war as he becomes a POW in a Japanese prison camp; and post-war, when an older Dorrigo reflects on his past experiences.

During the production of the drama featuring captive soldiers, a remarkable six-week transformation through weight loss took place among the cast members. Jacob Elordi expressed his admiration to Page Six for the dedication shown by every actor, even those in the background roles, in their commendable efforts.

It was truly astonishing to witness the results upon our return, considering how much dedication, particularly among the younger generation, had been invested. It felt almost surreal, as if I exclaimed, “Wow!” or “Oh, my God.

It’s likely that scene was quite a spectacle. Given the trailer for The Narrow Road to the Deep North, Jacob Elordi and his fellow actors appear to portray with authenticity the hardships and torment their characters experienced as prisoners of war.

It’s up to actors such as Christian Bale and Matt Damon, who have dropped weight for films, to warn you about the potential health risks of rapid weight loss. I can only guess at the challenges that Jacob Elordi and his co-stars faced while losing weight for their miniseries. However, the actor from Priscilla shared with Deadline how they managed to make the experience less stressful: he explained what helped them turn it into a more “peaceful” journey.

In the camps, a unique peace seemed to settle among us all, fostering a kind of love that transcended our usual everyday relationships. With everything else being gradually stripped away, we were left at the core – questioning each other’s wellbeing: ‘Are you alright? Am I okay?’ We cared for one another deeply, offering help wherever it was needed and even sharing small comforts like jelly beans. It became a very primal connection, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have had this incredible experience with my fellow campmates. Truly, it was a profoundly beautiful journey.

It’s clear that Jacob Elordi’s situation was likely similar to everyone else’s, given that it seemed like everyone in the camp scenes had to slim down. This wasn’t an isolated issue; it affected everyone. I can imagine that a good sense of humor might have made the shared experience more bearable for the entire cast.

The actors in Jacob Elordi’s cast for “The Narrow Road to the Deep North” had to significantly reduce their weight, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to accurately depict the harsh conditions endured by WWII POWs. Despite the challenges, maintaining a sense of humor helped them persevere. Keep an eye on our streaming schedule for the release date of this period drama miniseries on Amazon in the U.S.

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2025-03-29 02:38