Daisy Ridley, known for her role as Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, is set to star in “Killa Bee,” a drama based on the life of Bryony Tyrell, a critical care nurse and mixed martial artist from Southampton, England. The announcement was made on November 3, 2025, ahead of the American Film Market.
Daisy Ridley cast as Killa Bee
Tyrell, who holds a master’s degree in nursing and a degree in molecular biology, has spent years juggling demands of hospital work with professional MMA competition. Working in the intensive care unit at an NHS hospital by day, she trains and fights at night, building a record of four wins and six losses with one draw across promotions including Cage Warriors and Bellator.