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The ITV miniseries Joan stars the eponymous Joan Hannington, a prolific jewel thief in London during the 1980s, and the six-episode show hews pretty closely to the real story. Starring Sophie Turner in one of her biggest roles since Game of Thrones, Joan premiered on September 29, 2024, adapting Hannington's 2002 memoir, I Am What I Am: The True Story of Britain's Most Notorious Jewel Thief. With an 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, Joan has been roundly celebrated by critics, with particular praise going towards Turner's performance.

One of the most exciting parts of the True Crime TV show comes from knowing most of it happened in real life. Joan does an impressive job weaving in the facts of the real story with fascinating details, and some great dramatic acting and storytelling. The show follows Joan's life from her early years as a penniless mother looking for any way to support her small family,...

BritBox’s December offerings look to cater to Anglophiles with a penchant for crime dramas, mysteries, and a dash of holiday spirit. Leading the charge is Sophie Turner in Joan, a new series tracking the exploits of Britain’s infamous jewel thief, Joan Hannington. Premiering December 5, 2024, Joan will bring a dose of edgy glamour to […]

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BBC Studios has announced the titles coming to BritBox in December 2024, which include everything from new BritBox Originals to classic British fare. BritBox is a digital video subscription service offering the largest collection of British TV in the U.S. and Canada.

The December lineup includes the Sophie Turner-led Joan, the highly anticipated Shetland Season 9, and the crime drama Protection. BritBox will also offer Christmas specials from Sister Boniface Mysteries, Death in Paradise, Beyond Paradise, and Peep Show. Seasons one and two of Peep Show will premiere on BritBox in December as well.

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On Friday November 8 2024, Pix broadcasts Joan!

Season 1 Episode 6 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Joan,” airing on Pix, promises to deliver excitement and intrigue as Joan and her partner Boisie dive into a daring new adventure. Titled “The Heist Plan,” this episode showcases the duo brainstorming a major heist that could change everything for them. Fans of the show can expect clever strategies and unexpected twists as Joan and Boisie put their heads together to come up with a plan that is both bold and risky.

As the episode unfolds, Boisie stumbles upon a suitcase that Joan has packed for Kelly. This discovery raises questions and adds tension to their dynamic. Viewers will be curious to see how this suitcase fits into the larger story and what secrets it may hold. The revelation could lead to conflicts or unexpected alliances, keeping the audience guessing about the characters’ true intentions.

With its mix of humor,...

Most people came to know Sophie Turner through her role as Sansa Stark on Game of Thrones, where she was a main player for all eight seasons. “I went from 13 to 23 on that show – it was my whole childhood," she told Bazaar for a recent interview. "We’re all still on a massive group chat, and we try and meet each other whenever we’re in the same country... they’re family.”

Turner was only 15 years old when Game of Thrones came out and even younger when she was cast. According to her, pretty much everyone in her school auditioned, but she got the part. “I don’t know how it happened, because my audition tape was absolutely horrific. But, somehow, they ended up casting me.”

That would obviously be very exciting for a young actor just starting their career, but it also meant that Turner grew up in the public eye,...

On Friday November 1 2024, Pix broadcasts Joan!

Season 1 Episode 5 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Joan,” airing on Pix, promises to be thrilling and full of suspense. Titled “Inside Man,” this episode finds Joan in a precarious situation as she seeks to evade the dangerous reach of the Ira. Facing a potential lengthy prison sentence, she is determined to take matters into her own hands.

In this episode, Joan’s cleverness shines as she devises an audacious heist from within the walls that confine her. The plan is bold and risky, showcasing her resourcefulness and quick thinking. As she navigates the challenges of her environment, viewers can expect to see her strategic mind at work, plotting each move carefully to ensure success.

The tension builds as Joan recruits allies and sets her plan into motion. This episode highlights the lengths to which she will go to protect herself and secure her freedom.

German crime drama Oderbruch has won the Best Fiction Series Award at the South International Series Festival, which wraps today in Cadiz.

Set in Germany’s most sparsely populated region of the same name, Oderbruch is about an investigation into a serial killer and has touches of the fantastic genre. It’s directed by Christian Alvart and Adolfo J. Kolmerer and produced by Syrreal Entertainment, in co-production with Ard Degeto and CBS Studios.

The fiction jury, headed by producer Rémi Tereszkiewicz, gave the Best Fiction Series Screenplay Award to ITV drama Joan, a dramacreated by Anna Symon, directed by Richard Laxton and starring Sophie Turner.

German crime drama Oderbruch has won the Best Fiction Series Award at the South International Series Festival, which wraps today in Cadiz.

Set in Germany’s most sparsely populated region of the same name, Oderbruch is about an investigation into a serial killer and has touches of the fantastic genre. It’s directed by Christian Alvart and Adolfo J. Kolmerer and produced by Syrreal Entertainment, in co-production with Ard Degeto and CBS Studios.

The fiction jury, headed by producer Rémi Tereszkiewicz, gave the Best Fiction Series Screenplay Award to ITV drama Joan, a dramacreated by Anna Symon, directed by Richard Laxton and starring Sophie Turner.

There's been a sudden resurgence of interest in Tomb Raider, the long-running video game series about international treasure hunter Lara Croft, who's kind of like a British Indianan Jones. Netflix recently premiered an animated series called Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. Meanwhile, Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge is working on a live-action Tomb Raider show, and it sounds like she could be closing in on her leading lady.

According to Deadline, Sophie Turner and Lucy Boynton are testing for the role. Turner is best known for playing Sansa Stark on HBO's fantasy megahit Game of Thrones. She's done a fair amount of TV and film afterwards, most recently playing real-life diamond thief Joan Hannington in the crime drama Joan. Boynton, meanwhile, is best known for her role in films like Murder on the Orient Express and Bohemian Rhapsody.

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It's Halloween season, and everyone is prepping their costumes. That includes ordinary people like you and I as well as celebrities with 14 million followers.

I may have someone in particular in mind: Sophie Turner, best known for playing the role of Sansa Stark on Game of Thrones, just posted her outfit for Halloween 2024, and it harkens back to a style popular across the malls of America in the early 2000s, when Hot Topics were cultural hubs and cell phones actually had little buttons you had to compress like some kind of idiot. Turner's look this year is inspired by The Matrix:

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On Friday October 25 2024, Pix broadcasts Joan!

Season 1 Episode 4 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Joan,” airing on Pix, promises to be an exciting mix of romance and mystery. In this episode, Joan and Boisie embark on a significant journey as they shop for an engagement ring. This moment marks an important step in their relationship, and viewers can expect to see the couple navigate the challenges of finding the perfect ring.

As they explore various jewelry stores, Joan and Boisie face decisions that could shape their future together. The episode will likely showcase their personalities and how they complement each other, adding depth to their relationship. The excitement of picking out an engagement ring is sure to bring some light-hearted moments, along with the usual humor that “Joan” is known for.

Meanwhile, the police are on the hunt for a missing painting by Stubbs, which has mysteriously disappeared from Boisie’s store.

This article contains spoilers for The CW's Joan.

Sophie Turner has a new TV show, Joan, and it is her best role since her Game of Thrones days. Sophie Turner is a British actress most known for portraying the iconic Santa Stark in Game of Thrones from 2011 to 2019. She has had other significant roles, including Jean Grey in the X-Men movies X-Men: Apocalypse and Dark Phoenix. Since her Game of Thrones and X-Men days, Sophie Turner has gravitated toward dramatic projects. Most notably, Sophie Turner portrayed Erika, a short yet memorable role in Netflix's Do Revenge.

Recently, Sophie Turner portrayed Joan Hannington in the crime drama show Joan. Joan was originally released in the United Kingdom by ITV on September 29, 2024, and in Canada by CBC Gem on October 11, 2024. The CW is airing Joan in the United States beginning on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, before moving to Friday nights for all subsequent episodes.

It’s been almost a year since we last saw Alexandra Daddario as Rowan Fielding in the Mayfair Witches, but Season 2 is coming.

Mayfair Witches Season 1 ended with some bombshell moments, from Rowan’s father’s identity being uncovered to the birth of Rowan’s child, and ultimately, the powerful line, “You can’t control me,” which resonates with all of Rowan’s character.

This exciting story will continue in Mayfair Witches Season 2 as we follow Rowan and Lasher (Jack Huston) in their next journey together, and it’s going to be one for the books.

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That is if it’s anything like the second book in Anne Rice’s series.

There are also some new faces joining the cast, so let’s dive in and see what Season 2 has in store for us.

Who is in the Mayfair Witches Season 2 Cast?

We can surely expect some...

Three couples and a beach house — what could go wrong??

On Frasier Season 2 Episode 6, Frasier played matchmaker for Freddy and Eve and enlisted Roz as his accomplice in a delightful outing that combined farce with heart.

Yes, that’s right — Roz returned for another visit! That plane she took home to Seattle in Frasier Season 2 Episode 3 barely had time to refuel before heading back to Boston.

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Now she and her daughter Alice have joined Frasier and the gang (minus Alan and Olivia) in Cape Cod for an unspecified holiday weekend that seems way too early to be Independence Day.

I feel like it was just Valentine’s Day in the show’s timeline. So maybe this episode takes place on Memorial Day? In any event, there are actual fireworks involved this weekend, if not romantic ones.

Roz Is More Relaxed

It was refreshing to see Roz reclaim her laconic,...

All American Season 7 will not return until 2025, and when it does, it will be very different from the previous six seasons.

While the series is on hiatus, The CW shared details about All American’s upcoming season. The season will be a soft reboot since only a handful of the original characters are returning.

We’ve gathered everything we know about All American Season 7, including Daniel Ezra’s role, which other original cast members are returning, and what the show will be about.

(Troy Harvey/ The CW) Has All American Been Renewed For Season 7?

Yes, the CW renewed All American for Season 7 in June 2024.

Shortly after, Daniel Ezra announced he wouldn’t return for Season 7 as a series regular, changing the show’s scope to a soft reboot since it will no longer focus on Spencer James’s life.

When Will All American Season 7 Be Released?

All American Season 7 will...

We are cordially invited to the nuptials of Virgin River’s Melinda Monroe and Jack Sheridan.

The question, dear Virgin River Fanatics, is, are you ready for this spectacular event?

We probably know the answer to that.

(Courtesy of Netflix) Virgin River Season 6 Features a Monumental Event

One of modern television’s greatest romances is coming upon a monumental event, and it’s been a long time coming.

Six seasons, to be exact.

When Virgin River Season 6 returns to Netflix with an all-new season, one of the most highly anticipated events will be at the forefront of our minds, hearts, and the Virgin River community.

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If there is one thing CBS is good at, it’s keeping audiences in the dark about what’s in store for NCIS: Origins. The promo doesn’t do much in terms of details, but there’s plenty of intensity.

Considering the nature of the series, we have a lot of gunfire and standoffs ahead of us. So, what about the show sets it apart from any other procedural on television?

For one, NCIS: Origins gives fans of the franchise a look into the back story of a series vet. That’s expected given the show’s premise.

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The series’ real strength will be in how well the characters are developed. And since NCIS has been going strong for over twenty seasons, the pressure is on.

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We are cordially invited to the nuptials of Virgin River’s Melinda Monroe and Jack Sheridan.

The question, dear Virgin River Fanatics, is, are you ready for this spectacular event?

We probably know the answer to that.

(Courtesy of Netflix) Virgin River Season 6 Features a Monumental Event

One of modern television’s greatest romances is coming upon a monumental event, and it’s been a long time coming.

Six seasons, to be exact.

When Virgin River Season 6 returns to Netflix with an all-new season, one of the most highly anticipated events will be at the forefront of our minds, hearts, and the Virgin River community.

Virgin River Trailer Pays Tribute to Epic Love Story & Teases Wedding of the Yearby Jasmine Blu Save the Date: Virgin River Pays Tribute to Epic Love Story & Teases Wedding of the Yearby Jasmine Blu Reacher’s Tall Order Includes Season 4 Renewal and Spinoff!by Jasmine...

The CW has added a gritty new crime drama featuring Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner to its Fall line-up.

The limited series Joan is being called a diamond in the rough for its thrilling storyline, iconic 80s fashion, and music.

We’re only two episodes into a six-episode season, and so far, the show is captivating. This is especially true given that the series is based on the real-life story of British jewel thief Joan Hannington.

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The British ITV series has received little marketing promotion here in the states.

Aside from some brief attention, it was given in its pre-production days due to the highly publicized divorce of its leading lady, Sophie Turner.

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The series flew under the radar of many until its October debut. But it appears to be gaining traction because who doesn’t love a good story about...

Are your heads still spinning from Nina Chapman’s parting words, Chicago Pd Fanatics?

With Chicago Pd Season 12 Episode 4, we get a disturbing serial rape case that haunted Voight because of it being one of his few unsolved cases.

On top of that, it was the first case he took on after his wife died, leading to an hour of Chicago Pd that touched on that lingering grief while presenting new opportunities.

(Lori Allen/NBC) Voight Revists Grief and Loneliness Since Losing Camille in Chicago Pd Season 12 Episode 4

Chicago Pd Season 12 has done well thus far by exploring its characters during select installments while still balancing cases and many of the other unit members.

In many ways, this installment was no exception.

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On The Penguin Season 1 Episode 3, we delved into Vic’s backstory in a way that illuminated many of his present-day actions and motivations.

This week, the show explored a deeper, darker mystery by fleshing out the enigmatic Sofia Falcone.

It’s not easy to evoke sympathy for a ruthless drug lord and alleged serial killer, but the writers accomplished exactly that with the show’s most harrowing hour to date.

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TV Fanatic writers Lisa Babick, Whitney Evans, Thomas Godwin, and Tyler Johnson discussed Sofia’s past, her family, and her shocking act of revenge in this week’s round table. Take a look:

Obviously, this episode was all about Sofia. How did her backstory influence your view of her relationship with Oz and her role within her family?

Thomas: Oz did what any low-level, knee-jerk henchman would do, and Sofia probably should have known that.

Agatha All Along finally breaks the Disney mold significantly, becoming the least expensive Marvel Cinematic Universe series on Disney+. Who would have thought Disney had it in them?

The staggering sums of money Disney throws at these shows are hilarious because the figures are barely believable. Agatha’s predecessor, WandaVision, ran up a nearly $25 million per episode tab.

At nine episodes, things enter the realm of the unreal and are difficult to explain.

Considering the fact that many of these shows effectively tanked, it’s all the more head-scratching. It’s not that Disney put out some duds. It’s that they did so repeatedly.

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Everyone knows the old saying about doing the same thing over and over again, anticipating a different result. Well, Disney went above and beyond that in every way possible.

The thing is, there’s a tiny possibility that someone got...

The fiercest, strongest woman you’d ever want in your corner visited Law & Order.

The Law & Order Season 24 Episode 2 Benson crossover featured her at her best: passionate, determined, and unafraid to stand up to people she works with to get justice for a rape survivor.

This version of Benson is unencumbered by the emotional baggage she’s been carrying for the past few years and is much more like the idealistic rookie cop who first graced our screens 25 years ago.

(NBC/Virginia Sherwood) Benson Was Not Afraid To Confront Her Colleagues

The Law & Order Season 24 Episode 2 Benson crossover was unusual in that Benson was on the side of the defense rather than working with the prosecutors.

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On Sunday 13 October 2024, ITV broadcasts Joan!

Season 1 Episode 5 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode of “Joan,” viewers can expect a mix of emotional moments and tense situations. The episode focuses on two main storylines that intertwine Joan’s personal struggles with the actions of Boisie and Albie.

As Boisie and Albie carry out their reconnaissance on Bernard’s shop, the tension builds. Their mission is shrouded in mystery, and it will be interesting to see how their actions impact the people around them. The stakes are high, and the audience may find themselves on the edge of their seats as the plot unfolds.

Meanwhile, Joan faces a different kind of challenge. She attends her daughter Kelly’s seventh birthday party, but instead of joy, she feels a growing distance between them. This emotional rift highlights Joan’s struggles as a mother and her desire to connect with her child. The birthday celebration,...

The Joan series originates in the UK and appears to be a one season series. If the ratings are good enough, could the story be continued somehow for a second season on The CW? Stay tuned.

A crime drama series set in the 1980s, the Joan TV show was created and written by Anna Symon, based on a novel by Joan Hannington. It stars Sophie Turner, Frank Dillane, Mia Millichamp-Long, Kirsty J. Curtis, Gershwyn Eustache Jr., Tomi May, Laura Aikman, and Alex Blake. As the story begins, Joan (Turner) is a fiery and uncompromising woman in her twenties who is deeply scarred and vulnerable. She is a devoted mother to her six-year-old daughter, Kelly (Millichamp-Long), but is trapped in a disastrous marriage with a violent criminal named Gary (Nick Blood). When Gary goes on the run, Joan...

Today, Starz and BritBox launched a complementary bundle that allows new customers the ability to access both digital platforms easily from a single subscription through the Starz site. A first-of-its-kind for the platform, the offering provides customers with a seamless way to access the vast, premium libraries of both networks.

The launch coincides with the debut of new series from Starz and BritBox, offering audiences access to Starz’s extensive lineup of premium action, thriller, and female-driven programming alongside BritBox’s expertly curated selection of classic and contemporary British television.

“Partnerships have always been key for us as a complementary premium service, and we are excited to now offer bundles through our own retail platform,” said Alison Hoffman, President of Starz Networks. “We believe this expanded offering adds value for adult audiences seeking prestige, high-quality premium programming and provides an incredibly seamless and low-friction consumer experience.”

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Unspooling in Cadiz over Oct. 25-31, the South International Series Festival is a bellwether on trends and highlights for the current season. What could be some of its star performers? Following, 10 titles to track, which also often say something about the way the market is going.

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With the release of ITV's new crime drama Joan, all eyes are on Game of Thrones alum Sophie Turner again. The Emmy nominee plays the titular role in the six-part series, based on Joan Hannington's 2004 memoir I Am What I Am: The True Story of Britain’s Most Notorious Jewel Thief. Ahead of the show's premiere, Turner spoke with The Times about her connection to the part and how being a mother herself changed how she approached her performance.

In the years since Turned finished playing Sansa on Game of Thrones, undoubtedly Turner's biggest role to date, the English actress has appeared in movies like X-Men: Dark Phoenix and Do Revenge, along with series such as The Staircase and Quibi's Survive. (Rip Quibi.) Turner admitted that "nothing I did [after Thrones] was going to be as good," adding, "I went away for a little bit, so now I feel like...

ITV's latest crime drama Joan follows Sophie Turner in the shoes of the real-life figure Joan Hannington, known as "the godmother" of the British underworld. The miniseries revolves around Hannington's road from being an abused mother to a hardened thief, sitting right at the top tier of the British criminal underworld. Joan covers the journey of the controversial real-life jewel thief through 1980s London, allowing Turner to portray the many facets of her character. If the show sounds exciting, all credit goes to the adventures of the titular real-life person Joan presents in all her glory.

CW is making a big change to its Wednesday night lineup. After just one week, the network is moving its new limited series Joan to Friday nights and shifting Inside the NFL back to Wednesday nights, where it will follow second season episodes of Sullivan’s Crossing.

Sophie Turner, Frank Dillane, Mia Millichamp-Long, Kirsty J. Curtis, Gershwyn Eustache Jr., Tomi May, Laura Aikman, and Alex Blake star in the Joan series based on Joan Hannington's novel. The drama series tells the story of a woman who becomes a jewel thief to build a life for herself and her six-year-old daughter.

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On Monday 7 October 2024, ITV broadcasts Joan!

Season 1 Episode 4 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Joan” promises to be an exciting mix of romance and mystery. In this episode, titled “Engagement Rings and Missing Art,” Joan and her partner Boisie embark on a special mission to buy an engagement ring. This moment is significant for them, as it marks a step forward in their relationship.

While Joan and Boisie are busy with their ring shopping, the police are on the hunt for a missing Stubbs painting that has disappeared from Boisie’s store. The painting’s disappearance adds a layer of tension to the episode, as the couple navigates their personal plans amidst the unfolding investigation.

Viewers can expect a blend of heartfelt moments and suspenseful twists. The episode will showcase Joan’s determination and Boisie’s charm, all while the mystery of the painting looms over them. As the story unfolds,...

The CW’s Joan isn’t just stealing jewels, she’s swapping time slots!

Beginning Oct. 9, Inside the NFL will now air Wednesdays at 9/8c on the network, while the Sophie-Turner led drama will move to Fridays at 9 pm as of Oct. 11.

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Joan stars the Emmy Award-nominated Game of Thrones alumna as real-life jewel thief Joan Hannington,...

Joan, the new crime series led by Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner, has a glowing Rotten Tomatoes score as the crime show debuts on The CW. Created by Anna Symon, with Richard Laxton directing, the six-episode series centers on Joan Hannington who is known as the Godmother in certain corners of the British criminal world.

After debuting on The CW in early October, Joan has started off with 85% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 13 reviews. The overall score breaks down to 6.90/10.

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Five years after being crowned Queen of the North, Sophie Turner is back on TV playing another desperate woman pushed to her limits by men and misfortune. But while Sansa Stark was a work of pure fantasy, Turner’s new role — the titular jewel thief of The CW’s Joan — is all too real, proving that fact can be just as wild as fiction. Ok, maybe with a few less dragons.

Turner stars as Joan Hannington, a real-life criminal whose 2004 memoir serves as the basis for this six-part limited series, which kicked off on Wednesday. When we meet Joan in...

If you’ve missed having Sophie Turner on your TV each week, your drought is about to end with the premiere of “Joan.”

Premiering on The CW this week, “Joan” tells the story of Joan Hannington, one of Britain’s most notorious diamond thieves in the 1980s. In it, we see exactly how she came to be a thief, and how she avoided getting caught for so long.

Here’s everything you need to know about the series.

When is the premiere?

The series premiere of “Joan” kicks off at 9 p.m. Et on Wednesday, Oct. 2.

Is it streaming?

Yes, you can watch “Joan” live on Wednesdays, or the next day on The CW’s website.

When do new episodes come out?

Since this is a proper CW show — well, technically it’s commissioned for ITV1 and Itvx by Head of Drama Polly Hill, and produced in association with All3Media International...

Based on Joan Hannington’s memoir, “I Am What I Am: The True Story of Britain’s Most Notorious Jewel Thief,” and adapted for television by Anna Symon, The CW’s “Joan” is a stellar crime series about opportunity, motherhood and the chances we are willing to take to go after the lives we desire. Sharp and slick, Sophie Turner is magnificent as Joan, a young mother desperate to take her life into her own hands. and obtain the lavish social status she has always coveted.

“Joan” begins in 1985 on the Kent Coast, an hour outside London. The audience finds Joan, a 20-something mother, celebrating her birthday in her tiny flat above a Chinese takeout restaurant with her young daughter Kelly (an absolutely precious Mia Millichamp-Long). Unfortunately, their mother/daughter euphoria is short-lived. The next day, Joan is awakened in the middle of the night by gangsters looking for her boyfriend,...

On Wednesday October 2 2024, Pix broadcasts Joan!

Season 1 Episode 1 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Joan,” airing on Pix, promises to deliver intense drama and emotional moments. Titled “When Danger Knocks,” this episode centers around Joan and her struggles as a mother. When her husband inadvertently brings danger into their lives, Joan must make tough choices to protect her six-year-old daughter.

As the episode unfolds, viewers will see Joan facing a situation that no parent wants to encounter. The stakes are high, and her instincts kick in as she tries to shield her child from the looming threat. The tension builds as Joan weighs her options, showcasing her determination and fierce love for her daughter.

This episode not only highlights the dangers that can arise unexpectedly but also emphasizes the lengths a mother will go to ensure her child’s safety. Joan’s character continues to evolve, revealing her strength and...

Joan, the biographical series, is based on the life of Joan Hannington, and though the show touches upon the various aspects of her life, it primarily focuses on the kind of relationship she had with her daughter, Kelly. Most of the things shown in the film about her and her daughter actually happened in real life, but the director has taken certain creative liberties, dramatized a few events, and added some fictional plot points mainly to make the conflicts more conspicuous and impactful. Joan had a child with her first husband, Ray Pavey, whose name has been changed in the series to Gary. Joan was quite young when she had Kelly (real name Debbie), and probably at that time, she didn’t have a clue about the kind of responsibility she was taking on her shoulders. Ray was involved in all sorts of illegitimate activities, and he provided little to no support to his wife.

Joan is premiering this week stateside!

The new show stars Sophie Turner as notorious jewel thief Joan Hannington, set in the 1980s.

The series premieres in the UK on Itvx, the streaming platform of ITV, in September, and will air on The CW in the US beginning on October 2 at 9 p.m. Et.

Here’s a plot summary, via The CW: “The series opens with Joan, a fiery and uncompromising woman in her twenties who is deeply scarred and vulnerable. She is a devoted mother to her six-year-old daughter, Kelly, but is trapped in a disastrous marriage with a violent criminal named Gary. When Gary goes on the run, Joan seizes the opportunity to create a new life for herself and her daughter. Joan becomes a masterful jewel thief. She embarks on a thrilling, high-stakes journey that challenges her every limit, driven by her desire to care for her daughter...

The '80s might be depicted as the era of scrunchies, neon outfits, and synth-infused music, but underneath that upbeat aesthetic lays some dark undertones. Within this decade in London, a notorious crime boss named Joan Hannington roamed the streets with the habit of orchestrating jewel heists. Diamonds were her best friend, at least momentarily. In the latest ITV drama titled Joan, which will air in the U.S. via The CW, viewers witness the ups and downs of a woman who was clever when it came to shoplifting but didn't have as much of a grasp on what she needed to do to reunite with her child. Played by Sophie Turner in her first lead role since Game of Thrones' Queen of the North, the six-episode series offers a surface-level breakdown of what happened to its main subject, failing to go deeper into its characters' backgrounds and motivations.

Sophie Turner became a household name for her incredible performance as Sansa Stark in all eight seasons of Game of Thrones. The English actress, now 28, has gone on to scoop up other impressive roles, though nothing has been as groundbreaking as the HBO hit. As she promotes her latest project, playing real-life jewel thief Joan Hannington in ITV's Joan, Turner has discussed what drew her to the role, navigating motherhood, and, of course, her feelings on Thrones years later.

Game of Thrones came to an end five years ago, and while the series finale was not a crowd-pleaser, the show has cemented itself as one of the best of all time and remains a cultural powerhouse. We're not sure if Turner has checked out the prequel series House of the Dragon — though her ex-husband Joe Jonas has — but we know that the actress has not fully moved on from Westeros yet.

Sophie Turner starrer Joan is the story of a desperate mother willing to go to any length to get her daughter out of foster care after she put her there for protection from her ex-partner. The 6-parter is based on real-life thief Joan Hannington, known as “The Godmother” back in the day. The story begins when the eponymous character realizes she needs to earn big to get her daughter back from the foster system. Joan starts her criminal journey by swallowing some loose diamonds at her first proper job. She then meets an antique dealer named Boisie Hannington, and the rest is history. Ah, I wish it were that easy, but no, Joan and Boisie start working together and almost immediately fall in love. They’re quite the notorious couple; however, things get messy when they try to nick an original painting and get caught doing it. It’s Joan...

On Monday 30 September 2024, ITV broadcasts Joan!

Season 1 Episode 2 Episode Summary

In the upcoming episode of *Joan*, airing on ITV, viewers will see Joan as she finds herself captivated by Boisie, a character who sees her natural talent and potential. Their connection sparks excitement in Joan’s life, as she begins to embrace her newfound confidence.

As Joan indulges in the luxurious lifestyle that comes with her involvement in crime, the setting shifts to glamorous Spain, where the allure of her surroundings contrasts with the challenges she faces. However, amidst the thrill and spoils of her choices, Joan must confront the scrutiny regarding her responsibilities as a mother.

This episode promises to explore the complexities of Joan’s character as she navigates her desires and the consequences of her actions. Viewers can expect a mix of romance, tension, and self-reflection as Joan grapples with the balance between her ambitions and her family duties.

Sophie Turner takes on the true story of one of Britain’s most infamous jewel thieves. Joan tells the tale of Joan Hannington, a woman who broke free from an oppressive past and made her own fortune through audacious heists in 1980s London. Turner steps into the shoes of this resilient character, but how well does she capture Hannington’s spirit of adventure and defiance?

Set amongst the flashy excess of Thatcher-era Britain, the series explores Hannington’s journey from battered housewife to cunning “godmother” of the criminal underworld. We join her at a low point, fleeing her abusive partner with only her young daughter in tow. With few options and fewer allies, Hannington fights to carve her own path. Her flair for gemology and skill at winning people over serve her well as she plots increasingly daring jobs.

It’s an engaging story that seems ripe for a captivating drama.