Sophie Turner stars as jewel thief in gripping new drama
- The drama series features a character based on a real-life jewel thief from the 1980s.
- Joan Hannington's story begins with her giving up her daughter to social services due to threats from the criminal underworld.
- The series explores themes of resilience and the lengths a mother will go to reclaim her child.
The new drama series airing on ITV1 features Sophie Turner portraying a notorious jewel thief, Joan Hannington, set in the 1980s. The six-part series begins with Joan, a devoted mother, facing a difficult decision as she is forced to give up her daughter to social services due to the threats posed by underworld figures targeting her abusive husband. In her quest to reclaim her child, Joan utilizes her charm and intelligence to reinvent her life, starting with a job at a jeweler specializing in diamonds. This narrative not only highlights her transformation but also delves into the complexities of her character as she navigates the criminal underworld. The show promises to be a gripping exploration of resilience and the lengths a mother will go to for her child, set against a backdrop of crime and glamour in the 80s. Additionally, the evening's programming includes a documentary focusing on the experiences of children in the West Bank, providing a stark contrast to the drama's themes of personal struggle and societal challenges.