Daisy Ridley to Play MMA Fighter Bryony Tyrell in New Film Killa Bee

Daisy Ridley is set to play real-life MMA fighter Bryony Tyrell in an upcoming biopic called Killa Bee, Deadline reports.

Ridley, known for her action-packed role as Rey in the Star Wars sequels, has previous experience with fight training, having learned MMA for her role in Martin Campbell’s The Cleaner.

The film will be directed by Kenton Oxley, with a script written by Ruth Sewell. It is being produced by Knockout Productions in partnership with Picture Perfect and Moviehouse Entertainment. The production team includes Lucinda Thakrar, Mark Vennis, and executive producer Michael Foster.

Killa Bee tells the story of Tyrell, a mother of two who balanced working in the ICU while also becoming one of Britain’s top cage fighters.

According to Deadline, Tyrell holds a master’s degree in nursing and a degree in molecular biology. She started kickboxing at university, eventually earning a black belt and competing as both an amateur and professional fighter, winning multiple belts along the way.

Ridley shared her excitement about taking on the role. “Bryony’s story is one of extraordinary courage and resilience. I was deeply moved by her emotional and empowering journey. I can’t wait to bring her spirit to the screen,” she said.

The producers explained that Tyrell has been closely involved with the project from the start.

“Bryony Tyrell has been involved in the project with Kenton Oxley since the beginning and is supportive of her inspirational story being brought to the screen. She is actively consulting on the project. The scripting process has been shaped in close dialogue with Bryony’s family, ensuring emotional truth and creative integrity at every turn. Director Kenton, a longtime friend of Bryony’s since their school days, brings a deeply personal lens to the story—one rooted in trust, history, and fierce creative loyalty,” they said.

Nathan Wang, the international sales manager who helped broker the deal, added, “It’s a true honor to be working on this highly original, raw, inspirational, and ultimately unforgettable project. It’s our first time partnering with Daisy Ridley, and we cannot wait to see her bring Bryony’s grit, vulnerability and sheer inspirational drive to the screen.”

Killa Bee promises to showcase not just intense action, but the inspiring life of a fighter balancing family, work, and professional competition.

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