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Megan Nisbet

How many episodes of BBC Best Interests there are and how to watch

BBC One is bringing a brand new series to screens. Best Interests is the hard-hitting and emotional drama from His Dark Materials writer Jack Thorne and stars Welsh actor Michael Sheen and Irish actor Sharon Horgan in the lead roles of Nicci and Andrew Lloyd.

The legal drama follows a family driven apart by having to make choices no parent would ever want to make when the doctors treating their daughter Marnie, who has a life-threatening condition, believe it is in her best interests to let her die.

Speaking about the story, Jack said: "Best Interests cases are both compelling and revealing. Our country has a very troubled relationship with disability and these cases put a spotlight on that. But our drama is first and foremost a love story and it needs incredible actors to bring it to life. Sharon Horgan and Michael Sheen lead a company of ridiculous talents that pull you into the most interesting of places." You can read more about the cast list here.

Read more: Who is Sharon Horgan? Best Interests star's incredible career, life off-screen and famous brother

But how many episodes of Best Interests are there, when does it start and how can you watch it? Here's everything you need to know about the powerful drama.

How many episodes of BBC Best Interests are there?

The drama makes its debut on BBC One and BBC iPlayer at 9pm on Monday, June 12. There are four hour-long episodes in the series with the second instalment airing on the channel at the same time on Tuesday, June 13.

The last two episodes will then air next week on Monday, June 19 and Tuesday, June 20. For more showbiz and television stories get our newsletter here.

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