Netflix announces release date for new film ‘Joy’ based on true story of world’s first ‘test-tube baby’
Netflix is set to release a new film titled ‘Joy’, directed by Ben Taylor and co-created by Jack Thorne and Rachel Mason, which tells the extraordinary true story of the world’s first ‘test-tube baby’, Louise Joy Brown. The movie celebrates the perseverance of Jean Purdy, Robert Edwards, and Patrick Steptoe, who pioneered in vitro fertilization (IVF) technology in the 1960s and 70s, making it possible for millions of couples struggling with infertility to have children.
The movie showcases the 10-year journey of this maverick trio, starting from the first successful IVF attempt in 1969 to the birth of Louise Joy Brown in 1978. Despite facing challenges from religious groups, public opposition, and fierce competition, they continued their groundbreaking research, leading to the birth of over 1000 babies, including Brown’s younger sister, Natalie. Edwards and Steptoe went on to establish the Bourn Hall Clinic in Cambridge, further advancing IVF techniques.
Netflix’s ‘Joy’ sheds light on the significant impact of this medical breakthrough, which not only brought hope to infertile couples but also revolutionized the field of assisted human reproduction. The film is scheduled for release on November 22, 2024, and features Thomasin McKenzie as Jean Purdy, James Norton as Robert Edwards, and Bill Nighy as Patrick Steptoe. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness this inspiring and remarkable true story on Netflix.
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