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Renegade Nell is a 2024 British historical fantasy drama series created by Sally Wainwright (Gentleman Jack, Happy Valley).
Nell Jackson finds herself framed for murder and becomes a female highwayman in 18th-century England, becoming the most feared highwaywoman in the country. But when a magical spirit called Billy Blind appears, Nell realises her destiny is bigger than she ever imagined."
The series will premiere on Disney+ on March 29, 2024.
- The Highwayman: According to the official description and trailer, Nell becomes a female version of this, a "highwaywoman", when accused of murder in order to stay out of jail and take care of her sisters.
- Insistent Terminology: According to the trailer, Nell Jackson hates being called "Nelly". "Nell" itself is traditionally a nickname for Cornelia, Eleanor, or Helen.
- Public Domain Character: Billy Blind is a character from British Isles folk songs, called Child Ballads, which were written down for posterity in the late 19th century. In those tales, he acts as a magical advisor to the main character.
- Winged Humanoid: Billy Blind is depicted as such in the trailers.
