New ITV drama Joan starring Game of Thrones actress Sophie Turner in the lead role is set to hit our screens this weekend. The series, based on the real-life exploits of notorious jewel thief Joan Hannington, also known as The Godmother, delves into the criminal underbelly of 1980s London. As the series unfolds, viewers will witness Joan's descent into crime deepen, with an array of disguises and plots aimed at securing a stable future for herself and her daughter.
Written by Anna Symon, the series will be broadcast at 9pm on Sunday, September 29 on ITV1 and offers viewers a peek into the gritty reality of 1980s London and the true tale of Joan Harrington. Here's the cast you can expect to see in the new ITV drama. Who appears in ITV drama Joan? Sophie Turner - Joan Hannington Sophie Turner has transformed into notorious jewel thief Joan Hannington to support her daughter and live a life of luxury.
British actress Sophie Turner is known for her role as Sansa Stark in Game of Thrones and her Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. She has also starred in The Staircase, Jean Grey in the X Men films, Time Freak and Josie. Frank Dillane - Boise Hannington Boisie is a London antique dealer but also a known figure in London's criminal underworld.
He marries Joan and they become one of the richest thieves in the country. Frank Dillane is known for his roles in The Essex Serpent, Fear the Walking Dead, and Harry Potter and the Half Blood .
