Edwina Thompson Starred in Ventura Shores
The Limerick-born actress plays a leading role in the new six-episode drama series on Amazon Prime Video.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Television
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Edwina Thompson stars as Stacey LaRue in the new television series Ventura Shores, which is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Ireland and the United Kingdom. Created by Dawn Rochelle and produced by Sunstorm Creative, the drama is set in Southern California.
Why it matters
The series explores the lives of two sisters managing a modelling agency and a swimwear empire, marking a significant project for its lead actress. Thompson, a Limerick native, portrays a mother in this production before moving on to her upcoming film projects.
The series comprises 6 episodes currently available on Amazon Prime Video. Edwina Thompson, who trained at T.Bell Actors Studio, plays the mother of the character Rhiannon.
The players
Edwina Thompson
She is a Limerick native and trained actress who currently resides in Dallas, Texas.
Dawn Rochelle
She is the creator of the television series Ventura Shores.
Sunstorm Creative
This is the production company responsible for developing the series Ventura Shores.
The details
Set in Southern California, the show follows two sisters operating a modelling agency and swimwear empire. Thompson plays the character Stacey LaRue in the production from Sunstorm Creative.
Timeline
September 23, 2026: Article publication date.
Industry Dynamics
This release follows the platform's strategy of commissioning regional dramas for specific international markets like Ireland and the United Kingdom. It reflects the ongoing effort by global streaming services to secure local talent and content to build subscriber bases in international territories.
Viewers in Ireland and the United Kingdom can watch the six-episode series now on Amazon Prime Video. The show is unavailable for streaming in other regions at this time.
The takeaway
The series represents the latest work from a career that is transitioning into more film-focused roles by 2027. Audiences can follow the project's expansion to see how it performs within the competitive European streaming landscape.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Limerick Post Newspaper.
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