Over on Apple TV+, Alena Smith's an underrated original program for the streamer, Dickinson has proven to be a delightful bridge between literary-minded individuals, history obsessives (complete with anachronisms), and viewers who enjoy watching talented up-and-comers play off each other.
Dickinson is obviously led by Hailee Steinfeld as the famed Amherst poet, Emily Dickinson. Yet, it contains veteran performers of the screen, like Toby Huss and Jane Krakowski. It also provides a platform for breakout stars, too. Regardless, all the performers bring definition to the characters, who can be strongly aligned with the twelve signs of the zodiac.
Aries: Vinnie
People born under the sign of Aries are known for their strong streaks of eagerness and excitement for the world around them. This is definitely well-embodied by Emily's younger sister, Vinnie.
Vinnie often feels like there is an entire life waiting for her. While she is content where she is, she yearns for ambition elsewhere. The rallying spirit within Vinnie can be found in any Aries.
Taurus: Emily Norcross Dickinson
Vinnie takes a lot after her mother, Emily Norcross Dickinson. But while Vinnie wants to reach beyond the life she knows, the matriarchal Emily is primarily interested in maintaining the dependable life she's cultivated.
When Emily grows interested in development, it's typically limited to a domestic environment. This dependability will be relatable for Tauruses, who tend to be averse to change and free-spirited spontaneity.
Gemini: Sue
Sue is one of the most complicated characters on Dickinson. Often, her attention and affection seem to splinter in many different directions, causing her to act duplicitous depending on her surroundings.
This dual nature of a personality is, of course, emblematic of the sign of Gemini in the Zodiac. Sue is undoubtedly kind and curious, like a Gemini, but it's really the dynamics of her personality that align her most strongly with the sign.
Cancer: George
Cancers are people who always tend to be in touch with their emotions, as well as the emotions of others. This leads them to become more sentimental people, but it also presents them as protective of the people they care about most deeply.
George, a character who is loyal to all Dickinsons and tends to pine after Emily, is clearly the representative of the sign of Cancer. Any Cancer who's checked out Dickinson has undoubtedly felt a connection to the hopeless suitor.
Leo: Louisa May Alcott
Dickinson has always managed to pull off great guest stars (John Mulaney as Henry David Thoreau, anyone?), but a thoughtful highlight came in the form of Zosia Mamet as Louisa May Alcott.
On Dickinson, the author of Little Women, is fiery, outgoing, and able to hold a spirited conversation with anyone she meets. Each of these qualities that connect to dramatic flair can clearly be found in the Leo sign's traits.
Virgo: Austin
Emily's brother, Austin, is the type of person who likes to plan out his life goals and feels deeply wounded if they do not end up coming to fruition. He's a man in search of an identity and a purpose at the young outset of his adult life.
Due to this, he's a practical soul who prefers to evaluate circumstances from an analytical point of view. Virgos tend to be loyal people, but it's the objective lens through which they view the world that is found within Austin.
Libra: Edward
Edward is a man of high ideals and political ambition. At least, that's how he sees himself. While he is certainly a well-to-do figure, the innate Libra association does not fully reveal itself until he better connects with his children, specifically Emily.
At first, Edward's diplomatic nature is defined by tradition. Over time, he becomes fairer and more caring in an effort to do whatever he can to make his loved ones happy.
Scorpio: Henry
Henry certainly displayed the Scorpio characteristics within him fully during the climax of this season of Dickinson. Scorpios are usually associated with acts of bravery and ion.
Henry never lets his courage blind him to what needs to be done, though. He always displays resourcefulness when advocating for himself and his family, just like a true Scorpio would.
Sagittarius: Death
While many Dickinson guest stars are one-off appearances, Wiz Khalifa has managed to occupy a recurring role as the embodiment of Death on the Apple original series.
Fortunately, this version of Death is quite relaxed. He likes to take it easy and provide some humorous guidance to Emily when she reaches emotional breaking points. A Sagittarius will relate to the gloomy figure's easygoing nature.
Capricorn: Samuel Bowles
Season two of Dickinson wrestles with Emily's internal debate over whether or not to become a published poet. At the center of this is Samuel Bowles, a local newspaper editor who flip-flops frequently on his expectations for Emily.
Initially, Bowles positions himself as a man with the independence and high-minded tenacity of a Capricorn. While he develops more strangely over time, it's these Capricorn tendencies that serve as his foundation.