Series synopsis
Best Interests is a British drama television series that premiered on BBC One on June 12, 2023. It ended on June 20, 2023. It was created by Jack Thorne. It stars Sharon Horgan, Michael Sheen, Alison Oliver and Niamh Moriarty.
Marnie has a life-threatening condition. The doctors believe it is in her best interests to be allowed to die, but her loving family disagree. And so begins a fight that will take them through every stage of a legal process, as they struggle to contemplate this huge decision. Who decides? And in whose best interests will it be?
Premise
Marnie has a life-threatening condition. The doctors believe it is in her best interests to be allowed to die, but her loving family disagree. And so begins a fight that will take them through every stage of a legal process, as they struggle to contemplate this huge decision. Who decides? And in whose best interests will it be?
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Sharon Horgan as Nicci
- Michael Sheen as Andrew
- Alison Oliver as Katie
- Niamh Moriarty as Marnie
- Noma Dumezweni as Samantha
- Chizzy Akudolu as Mercy
- Des McAleer as Eddie
- Gary Beadle as Frank
Supporting cast
- Jack Morris as Tom
- Pippa Haywood as Judge Spottiswood
- Shane Zaza as Fred
- Lucian Msamati as Derek
- Lisa McGrillis as Brenda
- Mat Fraser as Greg
Guest cast
- Melissa Collier as Alice
- Anneika Rose as Francesca
- Billie Gadsdon as Young Katie
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 4 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 4 | June 12, 2023 | June 20, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 As Marnie's health deteriorates, doctors say it's in her best interests to stop care. Defiant, her parents prepare to fight their decision. But doubt soon grows — what is right? |
June 12, 2023 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Andrew wavers, finding himself at odds with Nicci. With their relationship under pressure, Nicci turns to a surprising place for help. Meanwhile, Katie is torn between her parents. |
June 13, 2023 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Nicci's campaign becomes national news, causing trouble for Katie. Andrew doubts his choice to leave. With court looming, Nicci’s team need evidence. How far will she go to win? |
June 19, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | BBC One |
|---|---|
| First aired | June 12, 2023 |
| Last aired | June 20, 2023 |
| Runtime | 60 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Monday, Tuesday at 21:00:00 |