British The eight-part series, which initially premiered on Disney+ last year, stars Misfits actor Nathan Stewart-Jarrett as family man Joe Petrus, who is living the American dream with his fiancé and step-children.
British Stars Misfits Family Drama
However, Joe’s new family is completely unaware that he was involved in a high-stakes heist with a group of criminals years prior, and his dangerous past is about to catch up with him. The official synopsis continues: “When a killer starts targeting the crew behind the crime, Joe realises it’s only a matter of time before his family is targeted. He returns to London to track down his old gang and find out who is coming after them.”
Other cast members include Gemma Atterton, Niamh Alger, Killing Eve’s Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Good Omens’ Ned Dennehy, Kamel El Basha, Tara Abbouda, Kevin Vidal, and Eddie Izzard. Culprits is created and directed by J. Blake, who also executive produced the series alongside Stephen Garrett and Killing Eve’s More Nike Williams. Meanwhile, the Disney+ series Welcome to Chippendales will also be available to stream on ITVX later this year.
The true-crime drama tells the “outrageous story of Some ‘Steve’ Banerjee, an Indian immigrant who became the unlikely founder of the world’s greatest male-stripping empire—and lets nothing stand in his way in the process.” Marvel star Kumail Nanjiani, who plays the lead character, previously described the show as “bananas,” adding, “There are like ten things that happen in this story that all feel absolutely ridiculous, but they all really happened.
“If people are like, ‘Hey, that feels like too much’, you’re like, ‘That’s what really happened!'”
Culprits and Welcome to Chippendale’s are both available to watch on Disney+. They will also be available to stream on ITVX later this year. TV has confirmed that British heist drama Culprits will be available to stream on ITVX later this year. The eight-part series, which initially premiered on Disney+ last year, stars Misfits actor Nathan Stewart-Jarrett as family man Joe Petrus, who is living the American dream with his fiancé and step-children.
However, Joe’s new family is completely unaware that he was involved in a high-stakes heist with a group of criminals years prior, and his dangerous past is about to catch up with him. Misfits Star’s British Heist Drama Set to Premiere on ITV
August 1, 2024 — ITV has announced the upcoming debut of a highly anticipated British heist drama, starring a familiar face from the hit series Misfits. The new show, which promises to deliver suspense and intrigue, features a blend of high-stakes drama and clever plotting, echoing the intensity of classic heist narratives.
The series is set against the backdrop of the bustling British cityscape and follows a group of skilled, yet unconventional, thieves as they orchestrate a series of elaborate heists. With a cast that includes several well-known British actors, the show is expected to draw significant attention for its fresh take on the heist genre.
The Misfits star at the center of this new drama brings a unique blend of charisma and intensity to their role, promising to captivate audiences with their portrayal of a mastermind thief. Their performance is anticipated to be a standout element of the series, enhancing its appeal to fans of both heist dramas and British television.
ITV’s new offering is part of a broader trend of innovative British programming, aiming to combine the traditional elements of the genre with modern storytelling techniques. The show is poised to become a key player in ITV’s lineup, adding to the network’s reputation for high-quality drama.
Viewers can expect intricate plot twists, dynamic character interactions, and a deep dive into the world of sophisticated crime, all set within a distinctly British context. The series will make its debut later this year, and fans are already buzzing about the potential for this gripping new addition to ITV’s slate of programming.
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