Sarah Morgan
both compelling and revealing,” says Jack.
“Our country has a very troubled relationship with disability and these cases put a spotlight on that. But our drama is first and foremost a love story and it needs incredible actors to bring it to life. As a parent of a three-year-old I’ve looked at the cases in the media about ‘best interests’ with some fascination and a little dread.
“When the worst happens, how do you keep your head when everything around you feels wrong?
“We are going to try and tell a nuanced story that talks about this issue from all sides.”
Military Wives, Catastrophe and Bad Sisters star Sharon, 52, says it feels like a very pertinent story.
“Best Interests broke me when I first read the script and then again after talking with Jack about it,” she reveals.
“Covid seems to have shone a closer light on the desperate inequalities that exist for our disabled community, so this felt very timely. ”
Good Omens and Twilight actor Michael, 54, adds:
“Jack Thorne is such an extraordinary writer and he has approached this incredibly important and urgent subject with humanity, honesty and humour.
“I feel very fortunate to be part of this production and to work with the brilliant Sharon
Horgan and some of the most talented actors around.”
Noma Dumezweni,
Chizzy Akudolu, Des McAleer, Gary Beadle and Lucian Msamati are among the impressive cast, but it’s Niamh Moriarty as Marnie and
Alison Oliver as her sister Katie who will really tug on the heartstrings.
Get your hankies at the ready, because you’re bound to be moved by the family’s plight as you ponder how you might act in such a situation.
Don’t miss the second episode when it airs on Tuesday.
■ Best Interests starts on Monday, BBC1, at 9pm