FX has officially announced the greenlight of a new pilot series titled Seven Sisters, starring the acclaimed Elizabeth Olsen, marking her return to television since her powerful performance in the miniseries Love & Death. Set against a backdrop of familial secrets and psychological struggles, the show promises to delve into intriguing territory.
The network confirmed the pilot's production on March 18, 2025, with Sean Durkin, who helped launch Olsen's career in Martha Marcy May Marlene, directing the project. Writing the script is Will Arbery, a veteran screenwriter known for his work on the hit series Succession. As reported by FX, "The plot centers on a family that unravels when one of the sisters starts to speak in a voice that no one else can hear," hinting at a unique blend of drama and psychological tension.
But that’s not the only project keeping Olsen busy. She also stars in The Assessment, a dystopian film that explores a future where parenthood is tightly regulated. The movie will hit theaters on March 21, 2025, and critics are already buzzing about its potential. In The Assessment, Olsen portrays Mia, a scientist undergoing a seven-day evaluation process alongside her husband, Aaryan, played by Himesh Patel. Their journey quickly spirals into a surreal, psychological nightmare as they face a series of bizarre assessments designed to test their fitness as parents, described as "unraveling into a psychological nightmare" that questions societal norms about family and control.
Olsen's co-star in this ambitious film is Alicia Vikander, who plays Virginia, a government assessor manipulating the evaluation process. As reported in several reviews, "Virginia transforms herself into a child and pushes every conceivable button that Mia and Aaryan have," further intensifying the already complex dynamics of the storyline.
The film's narrative intertwines elements of drama and cautionary tales regarding climate change and societal values. Critics have noted that The Assessment is set in a near-future scenario, where the world grapples with the consequences of a climactic global shift due to climate change. Reviewers emphasize how the film explores deeper themes, stating, "The Assessment posits a near future where the world has barely gotten past a cataclysmic global shift due to climate change," which adds layers of relevance to its depiction of modern society.
While Seven Sisters pushes its characters to face eerie family truths, The Assessment socially critiques the harsh realities surrounding parenthood. The film’s psychological depth, driven by compelling performances from Olsen, Patel, and Vikander, makes it a notable entry in this year’s cinematic offerings.
As Olsen resumes her role both on screen and behind the scenes—serving as one of the executive producers for the romantic comedy Eternity alongside Miles Teller and Callum Turner—it’s clear she is expanding her influence in the industry. This film, alongside Panic Carefully, which features Julia Roberts and is directed by Sam Esmail, showcases her versatility as an actress.
Olsen’s growing project list affirms her rising star status in Hollywood, thrilling fans who have closely followed her journey from indie films to prominent television roles. As we await more developments on Seven Sisters and the anticipated release of The Assessment, her followers are eager to see what unexpected turns her career will take next.
