Who could play Mio in the Split Fiction movie? We make the case for Jessica Henwick, the perfect match alongside Florence Pugh’s Zoe.
Split Fiction arrived with a bang in the gaming world, capturing the attention of players and critics alike. Hazelight Studios has proven once again that it excels at crafting interactive games that bring players together. But now, it seems like the game is aiming for an even bigger stage.
The movie adaptation of the game is confirmed. | Image Credit: Hazelight Studios
It’s confirmed that Split Fiction is getting a movie adaptation. While the cast isn’t officially confirmed yet, one casting decision already seems destined: Florence Pugh as Zoe. However, the question now is: Who will step into the shoes of Mio? If we had a say, Jessica Henwick would be the perfect choice for the role.
Jessica Henwick: The ideal Mio for the Split Fiction movie
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When it comes to casting Mio, the actor needs to not only understand the character’s gritty realism but also capture the complexity of her journey: how she isn’t chasing money or fame, but simply loves the sci-fi genre and wants to see her imaginative world come alive.
The movie (confirmed via Variety) needs an actor who can portray these emotions and Jessica Henwick is the one. She has the right combination of skill, experience, and background to bring Mio to life.
She is known for her role as Nymeria Sand in Game of Thrones, showcasing her ability to play a tough, strategic character with layers of vulnerability beneath the surface, similar to Mio. She continued that success with roles in Iron Fist as Colleen Wing, a character with a strong moral compass.
Henwick has proven her acting chops in both action-packed and dramatic roles. Beyond her impressive acting skills, her background (Chinese-British) aligns with that of Kaja Chan, the actress who voiced Mio, who is of Hong Kong-Polish descent.
Both share a mixed Asian-European heritage, making Henwick an even more fitting choice for the role. Furthermore, while there are other potential choices, Henwick’s age (32) is close to Florence Pugh’s (29), which ensures that the two actresses can create a natural and believable partnership on screen.
A Dynamic Duo: Pugh and Henwick
The movie has the potential to find similar success as the game. | Image Credit: Hazelight Studios
In Split Fiction, Zoe and Mio are more than just companions, they are a team that navigates the challenges of the fictional worlds they’ve created. Although their relationship didn’t start ideally, over time they developed trust, resilience, and mutual support, qualities that Pugh and Henwick could both portray with ease.
Pugh’s portrayal of Zoe would bring emotional depth to the role, while Henwick’s nuanced performance would show Mio’s strength and vulnerability. The two would complement each other perfectly, just as the characters do in the game.
As a dynamic duo, their on-screen presence would be magnetic, offering a perfect balance of drama and action. They have the potential to bring the essence of the game to the big screen, making the film not just a visual spectacle but a deeply emotional journey for audiences.
In the end, the success of Split Fiction as a movie adaptation hinges on the chemistry between the lead characters. We can only wait and hope that Florence Pugh as Zoe and Jessica Henwick as Mio will be picked.
