The critically acclaimed BBC drama Best Interests, featuring Michael Sheen and Sharon Horgan, is now available on Netflix from 10 July. Created by Jack Thorne, known for his previous work on Adolescence, this four-part series has been lauded as “powerful and heartbreaking” by viewers.
Best Interests follows the story of Nicci (Horgan) and Andrew (Sheen), a married couple confronting an agonizing dilemma when doctors recommend ending treatment for their 13-year-old daughter Marnie (Niamh Moriarty), who suffers from a rare form of muscular dystrophy. As the case progresses to the High Court, the parents’ differing views create intense emotional conflict.
The series boasts a strong supporting cast including Alison Oliver, Noma Dumezweni, Chizzy Akudolu, Mat Fraser, Gary Beadle, Lucian Msamati, and Lisa McGrillis. Filmed primarily in the picturesque town of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, during the summer of 2022, the show benefits from the town’s stunning Regency architecture and vibrant atmosphere.
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Critics and audiences alike have praised Best Interests, with the drama holding an impressive 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Viewer reviews highlight the outstanding performances by Sheen and Horgan, as well as Jack Thorne’s compelling writing. One fan described the series as “emotional, raw, and entirely convincing,” while another called it “The BBC at its best,” noting its ability to provoke thoughtful discussions.
Thorne, speaking to Deadline, shared his motivation for creating the series: “Empathy is what telly does best, so being given an opportunity to look inside that dynamic and find the truth within that dynamic in a setting that feels real — that’s what I live for.”
Best Interests is now streaming on Netflix, offering viewers a deeply moving and thought-provoking viewing experience.