Ophelia Lovibond on ‘Minx’ Season 2: ‘Bigger Swings’ and the Naked Truth Behind Starz’s Rescued Hit

The Resurrection of ‘Minx’: How Starz Saved the Show

When Max unceremoniously dropped Minx last December, fans erupted. The series—a sharp, hilarious dive into the world of a 1970s feminist erotic magazine—had just wrapped filming its second season. But within days, Starz swooped in, and the show was reborn. Now, with Season 2 premiering July 21, star Ophelia Lovibond is ready to spill the tea on what it felt like to be in limbo—and how the chaos actually brought the cast closer together.

“We had heard ramblings,” Lovibond tells us, laughing. “But when Ellen [Rapoport, creator] told us Max wasn’t moving forward, it wasn’t a shock. The merger was happening, and it was purely financial. I didn’t take it personally.” She credits executive producer Paul Feig for keeping spirits high. “He said, ‘We’ll be fine,’ and he was right. Starz is a perfect home.”

What to Expect in Season 2: Fame, Fortune, and Fuzzy Slippers

This season, Lovibond’s character Joyce—the brainy feminist behind the magazine—finds herself rich, famous, and suddenly invited to every party. “She’s never been the girl with silk,” Lovibond says with a grin. “She’s always been ‘Little Miss Polyester.’ Now she’s exploring a different side of herself—and maybe losing her way.”

The writers took bigger swings. Expect an entire episode dedicated to Deep Throat and its cultural impact, plus a deeper dive into how success warps each character. “Joyce loses sight of why she started writing,” Lovibond explains. “It’s chaotic, but it’s real.”

The Nudity Conversation: Why Male Full Frontal Made Headlines

Last season, Minx became infamous for its unabashed male nudity. Lovibond admits she was surprised by the fixation. “When I read the pilot, it literally said ‘dick montage.’ I thought, ‘OK, this is bold.’ But the reaction was wild.” She sees it as a necessary shift: “Nudity doesn’t equal sexualization. The show exposes how imbalanced Hollywood has been. That’s a conversation worth having.”

On set, the nudity quickly became mundane. “After a while, it’s just part of your workplace,” she says, laughing. “I can’t imagine an accountant getting used to it, but for a ’70s porn magazine show? Par for the course.”

The Intimacy Coordinator Revolution: ‘It’s Like a Stunt Coordinator for Sex Scenes’

Lovibond is a passionate advocate for intimacy coordinators, which Minx uses extensively. “It’s fundamentally changed how we approach scenes,” she says. “Before, it was the Wild West. You’d just start making out with a stranger and figure it out. Now it’s choreographed like a dance—no surprises, no coercion.”

She contrasts it with older methods: “Sometimes a director would say, ‘You look beautiful, what are you worried about?’ That’s coercion. Now we set boundaries, run scenes at half speed, and speed it up. It’s professional, like stunts.”

Ophelia Lovibond’s Career: From ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ to Feminist Icon

While Lovibond is best known for her role as Carina in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, her career spans everything from Nowhere Boy to The Electrical Life of Louis Wain. But it’s Joyce that feels like her breakout moment. “I loved her immediately,” she says. “She makes mistakes. She’s not a flawless role model. We need to be allowed to fail to get better—and that’s funny.”

Fans have responded fiercely. When Max canceled the show, Twitter exploded. “People were outraged,” Lovibond recalls. “Imagine if they’d been like, ‘Good, I hate that show.’ That would have been awful.”

The ’70s Aesthetic: Polyester, Plaid, and Perfection

One of the show’s visual delights is its commitment to 1970s fashion. “I love it,” Lovibond says. “Every costume is character-driven. Joyce would never wear silk—until now. When I’m in that wardrobe, it’s heaven.”

From wide lapels to earthy tones, the production design is a love letter to the era. “It adds so much texture. You feel like you’re stepping into a time machine.”

What’s Next? The Future of ‘Minx’ and Lovibond’s Career

With Season 2 just dropping, the question on everyone’s mind is: Will there be a Season 3? Lovibond is diplomatic. “We hope so. Starz has been amazing. But right now, we’re just thrilled people get to see these episodes.”

As for her next projects, she’s keeping tight-lipped but hints at more comedy and drama. “I want roles that challenge me—and make me laugh out loud when I read the script.”

One thing is clear: Ophelia Lovibond is here to stay, and she’s not afraid to bare it all—metaphorically and literally—for the sake of great television.

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