Atwell will be playing Helen Gordon, Rupert Campbell-Black’s ex-wife and mother of his two children, Marcus and Tabitha. Everett is set to take on the role of her husband Malise Gordon, Campbell-Black’s former show-jumping coach and mentor.

Disney+ has unveiled new casting additions for the second season of “ Rivals ,” with Hayley Atwell and Rupert Everett joining the ensemble as guest stars in the drama based on Jilly Cooper’s bestselling novel.

Two major Hollywood stars have been added to the second season of Disney Plus series Rivals. In what is a surprise cast announcement, Hayley Atwell, who is known for Mission Impossible and Agent Carter, and Rupert Everett, from Napoleon and My Policeman, will be joining the stellar cast as guest stars.