Even before Sofia Carson was named “Netflix’s first bona fide movie star” by Vanity Fair, her My Oxford Year costar Corey Mylchreest was certain acting with her would ensure their project’s success. “As soon as I knew Sofia was involved, I thought, ‘Here's a Netflix number one,’” Mylchreest tells Teen Vogue, laughing.

A decade ago, she had never stepped onto a feature-film set. Today, the Disney Channel alum sits atop a streaming empire, headlining some of Netflix’s most popular titles—and setting expectations high for her new project,

My Oxford Year boasts a promising cast of actors, including Sofia Carson, Corey Mylchreest, Dougray Scott, Harry Trevaldwyn, Poppy Gilbert, and Catherine McCormack.