Adria Arjona has secured a significant role in the upcoming television adaptation of Ed Brubaker’s renowned graphic novel Criminal. She will be starring alongside Richard Jenkins, who was previously announced as part of the cast. Arjona’s character, Greta, is depicted as a savvy and sharp-tongued car thief and driver, and also serves as the widowed mother of Angie.
Greta’s portrayal is characterized by a profound inner conflict stemming from the tragic loss of her husband during a failed bank heist. This event forces her to confront her desire to break free from the criminal lifestyle she has long been entrenched in.
The adaptation, helmed by directors Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, is still in its nascent stages. While Arjona and Jenkins have been confirmed, further details regarding casting and release dates remain under wraps.
Originally introduced in 2006 by Marvel Comics and now published by Image Comics, Criminal is renowned for its episodic storytelling format, focusing on different characters with shared roots in Center City and a common history of criminal activities.
Beyond her upcoming role in Criminal, Arjona has been involved in various notable projects. She recently appeared in Richard Linklater’s Hit Man on Netflix, sharing the screen with Glen Powell. Arjona also gained recognition for her portrayal of Bix Caleen in the Disney+ series Andor, set in the Star Wars universe. Her diverse acting portfolio includes appearances in HBO’s True Detective Season 2, Netflix’s Narcos, and HBO’s Irma Vep.