ITV Releases First Look at Sheridan Smith True-Crime Drama on Double Jeopardy Campaign

ITV is set to release a four-part drama titled 'I Fought The Law,' starring BAFTA-winning actress Sheridan Smith as Ann Ming, a mother who spent 15 years campaigning to overturn the centuries-old Double Jeopardy Law to bring her daughter's murderer to justice. The series, based on Ann Ming's memoir 'For The Love of Julie,' chronicles the tragic and inspiring true story of Julie, who was murdered at age 22, and highlights Ann's relentless fight against police failings and the entire justice system, including government officials and legal authorities. Ann Ming served as a consultant on the production and expressed being overwhelmed and honored that Sheridan Smith would portray her. Smith, who appears transformed in the first-look images, described playing Ann as a privilege, emphasizing the mother's extraordinary determination and courage. The drama explores themes of grief, love, and justice, underscoring Ann's steadfast campaign despite numerous challenges. Although a release date has yet to be announced, the series promises a heartfelt and powerful depiction of one woman’s fight for justice.