Emmerdale actress Amelia Flanagan has secured a significant new film role, stepping away from the ITV soap to join the cast of the upcoming movie The Rebooted. The 17-year-old performer, who has portrayed April Windsor since 2014, will share the screen with notable stars including Bridgerton's Martins Imhangbe and former Love Island contestant Liberty Poole.
From Soap Drama to Cinematic Debut
Flanagan's casting marks a major career move beyond her long-running role in Emmerdale, where she has recently been involved in intense storylines involving drug dealing, human trafficking, and psychological trauma. Her character, April Windsor, has faced harrowing plots orchestrated by villains Celia Daniels and Ray Walters, leaving her deeply affected, including a recent incident where she believed she had killed a client named Callum.
Despite the ongoing turmoil in the Dales, with current plots focusing on Ray's murder and Graham Foster's mysterious return, Flanagan is expanding her horizons. The Rebooted represents only her second professional project outside of Emmerdale, following a 2018 appearance in Mini Moguls as Grace.
Star-Studded Cast and Production Details
The film, produced by Panchariya Brothers Productions and written and directed by Mj Rowney, boasts an impressive ensemble cast. Alongside Flanagan and Imhangbe, the production features:
- Gerard Christopher, known for his role in Superboy
- Andrew Lee Potts from Primeval
- Stephanie Waring of Hollyoaks fame
- Liberty Poole, the former Love Island star
- Several other actors and social media personalities
The casting was officially announced on Instagram on January 21, 2026, generating excitement among fans of both soap opera and mainstream entertainment. The production company described the lineup as "an exciting mix of on-screen talent and social media stars," promising more news to follow.
Balancing Soap Commitments with New Opportunities
Despite this new cinematic venture, Flanagan is expected to continue her role as April Windsor in Emmerdale. Her involvement in the soap's current high-stakes narratives, including the aftermath of Ray's murder and various village suspicions, suggests her character remains central to ongoing plot developments.
This film role represents a significant step in Flanagan's career diversification, allowing her to work alongside established actors from popular series like Bridgerton and Primeval, while maintaining her presence in one of British television's most enduring soap operas.
