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Joan is coming! The show stars Sophie Turner as notorious jewel thief Joan Hannington in an exhilarating yet emotional story set against the vibrant backdrop of the 1980s — an era known for its bold fashion trends, iconic music and cultural shifts. 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 and create a secure home for them both. Through her sharp intelligence, charm and talent for impersonation and performance, we follow the twists and turns in Joan’s life, the ups and downs, the heartache and the joy that makes this story so compelling to follow.” Click through to see the rest of the cast and watch the trailer…
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Posted to: Casting, Frank Dillane, Gershwyn Eustache Jr., ITV, Joan, Kirsty J. Curtis, Laura Aikman, Sophie Turner, Television, The CW
