Sophie Turner plays jewel thief Joan Hannington in new series
Sophie Turner stars as Joan Hannington, a notorious jewel thief who swallowed her loot, in the WDR miniseries 'Joan'. The six-episode show, based on Hannington's autobiography with fictional elements, premieres on ONE on June 6, 2025. It follows her rise from a struggling mother to Britain's most famous jewel thief, known as 'the Godmother'. Co-stars include Frank Dillane as Boisie Hannington and Nick Blood as Gary. The series has been available on Magenta TV since 2024.
Key facts
- Miniseries 'Joan' is based on the true story of jewel thief Joan Hannington.
- Sophie Turner plays Joan Hannington.
- The series consists of six episodes.
- It premieres on ONE on June 6, 2025.
- The show is based partly on Hannington's autobiography and includes fictional elements.
- Joan Hannington was known for swallowing stolen jewels.
- Frank Dillane plays Boisie Hannington.
- Nick Blood plays Gary, a violent criminal.
- The series has been available on Magenta TV since 2024.
- Joan Hannington operated in London in the 1980s.
Entities
Artists
- Sophie Turner
- Joan Hannington
- Frank Dillane
- Nick Blood
Institutions
- WDR
- ONE
- Magenta TV
- Snowed In Productions
- All3Media International
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom