As massive fans of British comedy, we couldn’t be more excited to learn that Tanya Reynolds is joining the cast of Ted Lasso Season 4. She’ll be appearing as Alice Chilton, one of the new coaches for AFC Richmond’s women’s team, in a role she was born to play.
If her name sounds familiar, it’s because she’s been quietly stealing scenes in some of your favorite shows and films for years, and we’re prepared for her to become everyone’s new obsession. The Season 4 premiere is just around the corner, arriving Aug. 5 on Apple TV, but if you’re like us and can hardly wait, here’s where you can watch Tanya Reynolds work her magic right now, before she officially becomes part of the Richmond family.
Delicious (2016 – 2019)
Before her breakout roles, Tanya appeared in all three seasons on Delicious, a Sky One dramedy about a chef named Leo Vincent, his ex-wife, his new wife, and all the family drama that comes with blending those worlds. Reynolds played Teresa Benelli, Leo’s adult daughter. It’s a great watch for anyone who wants to see her early acting genius in action.
You can watch the full series now on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi with ads.
(Delicious via Sky One)
Outlander (2017)
Here’s one for the fantasy fans. Tanya appeared in Starz’ iconic Outlander as Lady Isobel Dunsany, stepping into the sprawling time-traveling historical drama universe that’s obsessed millions of viewers for years. It’s a small but memorable role as a character who knows a lot more that she lets on.
You can stream her episode (Season 3, Episode 4) on Netflix and Starz.
(Outlander via Starz)
Sex Education (2019 – 2021)
If there’s one series that American audiences know Tanya by, it’s probably Sex Education. She plays Lily Iglehart, the delightfully weird and romantically curious aspiring sci-fi writer with an obsession with aliens and zero filter. Lily is one of the most unapologetically authentic characters on the entire show, and Tanya plays her with so much heart that she becomes impossible not to love.
Sex Education is streaming on Netflix.
(Sex Education via Netflix)
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Emma.(2020)
Tanya Reynolds’ unique look and comedic physicality make her perfect for period pieces, and we especially love her when she’s dipping into the world of Jane Austen. In Emma., the 2020 adaptation of the classic novel starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Tanya plays Mrs. Elton. She’s the obnoxious, overly confident new bride of Mr. Elton—who only recently rudely turned down Emma’s best friend, Harriet, professing his love for Emma—who ruffles feathers the second she arrives in town. It’s a small but memorable role as Tanya makes her hilariously insufferable in the best way.
Emma. is streaming free with ads on Amazon Prime Video.
(Emma. via Focus Features)
I Hate You (2022)
If you’re hunting for something darker and more character-driven, check out Channel 4’s I Hate You. The series leans into complicated, messy love-hate relationships and morally grey characters. It’s a great showcase of Tanya’s range outside of comedy, proving she’s not just the funny best friend type. She’s excellent here carrying heavier, more dramatic material, and perfectly complemented by costar Melissa Saint.
It’s streaming for free on Tubi with ads.
(I Hate You via Channel 4)
The Decameron (2024)
To see Tanya on her most chaotic, you have to watch The Decameron. It’s a raunchy dark comedy set during the bubonic plague, following a group of nobles and servants who retreat to a lavish villa and slowly spiral into pure disaster. It’s basically medieval reality TV with a pandemic twist, and Tanya fits right into the messy, over-the-top ensemble as Licisca, a servant who pretends to be a noble to escape her position in life.
The Decameron is streaming on Netflix.
(The Decameron via Netflix)
The Other Bennet Sister (2026)
Caroline Bingley from Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice is one of the most iconic mean girl characters of all time, and we love Tanya Reynolds’ take on her in the new spin-off series, The Other Bennet Sister. As the plain and bookish Mary Bennet gets her chance to shine and discover her own love story, some of our other favorite classic characters also appear in a whole new light. Caroline is sharp-tongued and status-obsessed, and Tanya leans all the way into her judgmental, high-society energy with an unexpected dash of empathy.
The Other Bennet Sister is streaming on BritBox.
(The Other Bennet Sister via BritBox)
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Ted Lasso (2026)
And finally, in a role that’s about to get everyone talking, Tanya joins Ted Lasso Season 4 as Alice Chilton, one of the coaches helping Ted lead AFC Richmond’s brand-new women’s team. Early details tease that Alice is putting on a tough, no-nonsense front, yearning to be taken seriously, and that her arc is about slowly letting that guard down. We already know she’s got a knack for playing complicated, layered women, and we’re excited to see her bring Alice to life.
Ted Lasso Season 4 premieres Aug. 5 on Apple TV.
(Ted Lasso via Apple TV)
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