Doctor Foster’s Suranne Jones and Top Boy’s Ashley Walters cast in gritty Channel 4 drama I Am
DOCTOR Foster's Suranne Jones and Top Boy's Ashley Walters have been cast in gritty Channel 4 drama I Am.
The female-led drama series has been commissioned for another three episodes, with each one having a personal resonance to the lead actress.
Suranne, 41, and Ashley, 38, will star in an episode called I Am Victoria, with more castings for the other two episodes - written and directed by Dominic Savage - yet to be confirmed.
Suranne said of her new role: "I'm delighted to be involved in the next series of I Am.
"Dominic always tells important stories with great sensitivity and the process so far has been wonderfully collaborative and open which is something I thrive on.
"I can't wait to make what will be a very personal and thought-provoking piece and I'm thrilled to be telling this story with Ashley.
"I hope it really speaks to people and helps continue the important discussions around mental health."
Meanwhile Dominic said: ";I am looking forward greatly to making another series of female led stories with such amazing and incredibly talented actors, starting with Suranne.
"It is a privilege to be telling such personal and important stories in this unique and collaborative way.
"These will be inspirational, relatable, and truthful tales of courage and hope, that shine a light on the difficult and challenging aspects of all of our lives."
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The first series was BAFTA-nominated and starred Line of Duty's Vicky McClure in I Am Nicola, Samantha Morton I Am Kirsty and Gemma Chan in I Am Hannah.