Gentleman Jack is a new BBC drama set in the 1830s. It explores the life of Anne Lister, woman who charmed her way into high society and planned to marry a woman.
Anne was a well-off Yorkshire landowner famous for her four-million-word diary that documented her lesbian relationships, travels and efforts to transform the fate of her faded ancestral home Shibden Hall. She was an astute businesswoman, opening a colliery and taking a hands-on approach to the estate.
Who's in Gentleman Jack?
Suranne Jones. Suranne is best known for her role as Dr. Gemma Foster in BBC Drama Doctor Foster. Her first role for the BBC was back in 1998 as Emma in BBC police Drama, City Central, she's also known for her roles in Doctor Who and The Sarah Jane Adventures. Jones plays Anne Lister, a highly intelligent woman who broke from the social norms of her time.
Sophie Rundle. Sophie's first role for the BBC was as Miss Casson in Garrow's Law back in 2011. More recently, she has been in two huge BBC Dramas, playing Ada Shelby in Peaky Blinders and Vicky Budd in last year's smash hit, Bodyguard. Rundle plays Ann Walker, a wealthy heiress who Anne Lister soon sets her sights on marrying.
Gemma Whelan. Gemma is best known for her role as Yara Greyjoy in HBO's Game Of Thrones. She has also had recurring roles in BBC's Horrible Histories and Kate in Upstart Crow. Whelan plays Marian Lister, Anne's younger sister who she has an fraught and uneasy relationship.
When is Gentleman Jack on TV?
Gentleman Jack airs on Sunday 19 May at 9pm on BBC One.
Is there a Gentleman Jack trailer?
Like what you see? Don't forget to watch Gentleman Jack on Sunday 19 May at 9pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
