Sheridan Smith 'honoured' over new role as she moves on from West End play shock

Sheridan Smith has said she's 'honoured' as her next role has been revealed as she moves on from the early close of her West End play. .

Four-part series I Fought the Law will tell the real-life story, recounting how the tenacious mother of three battled for 15 years so that her daughter’s murderer could finally face justice, having been controversially acquitted following two mistrials. "I wasn’t going to let this stand in my way of getting justice for Julie. I’m overwhelmed that Sheridan Smith will be playing me. Having such an iconic and talented actress portray me is truly wonderful."

Filming is due to commence in August 2024 in Teesside and surrounding areas, in collaboration with North East Screen via the North East Production fund.

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