Upcoming Drama Series The Lady Brings Royal Intrigue to Life
Actress Mia McKenna-Bruce, known for her role in How to Have Sex, will portray Jane Andrews, a former royal aide, in the highly anticipated four-part drama The Lady. Joining her is Natalie Dormer, famed for her work in Game of Thrones, who will play Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York.
The cast is further enriched by talents such as Philip Glenister, Claire Skinner, Laura Aikman, Ophelia Lovibond, Mark Stanley, Daniel Ryan, and Sean Teale. This compelling project will be helmed by director Lee Haven Jones, who previously directed A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story.
Plot Overview
The Lady depicts the dramatic ascent and equally gripping downfall of Jane Andrews, a royal dresser whose journey from obscurity to fame took a shocking turn when she was convicted of murder. The official synopsis reveals her beginnings as a young working-class girl who, upon answering a magazine advertisement, astonished her friends and family by becoming the Duchess of York’s dresser at Buckingham Palace.
While maneuvering through London’s elite social circles, Jane’s life took a downward spiral after she lost her job with the Duchess following nine years of dedicated service. Struggling to cope with her abrupt change in fortune, Jane later encounters charismatic businessman Thomas Cressman, leading to a passionate romance that ultimately unravels with catastrophic results.
Production and Distribution Details
This engaging series has been commissioned for ITV, with Polly Hill, the director of drama, overseeing its production. For BritBox, the project is under the guidance of commissioning executive Jess O’Riordan. Alongside them, Stephen Nye, the senior commissioning executive for BritBox, will contribute to the production’s oversight.
Executive producers for The Lady include Robert Schildhouse and O’Malley, while Florence Haddon-Cave will take on the role of the series producer. Adding to the creative prowess, Sian McWilliams, Andy Harries, and Rebecca Hodgson serve as executive producers for Left Bank Pictures.
Viewing Options
Listeners in the UK can catch The Lady on ITV1 and STV, with streaming options available via ITVX and STV Player. For viewers in the U.S. and Canada, it will be available on BritBox. International distribution rights have been secured by Sony Pictures Television, ensuring a broad audience reach.
For more details, visit the Hollywood Reporter.