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Sheridan Smith isn’t new to demanding characters, but the role in ITV’s I Fought the Law might be her most difficult yet.
In this role, she takes the spotlight as Ann Ming, an advocate who fought tirelessly to reform the Double Jeopardy Law. This law previously barred individuals from facing multiple charges for the same crime, a situation that arose after the tragic murder of her 22-year-old daughter, Julie.
Upon finishing Ming’s book “For the Love of Julie”, Smith expressed his astonishment, saying, “I simply couldn’t fathom all that she had endured, and how those around her seemed to have misunderstood her so profoundly.
Besides the unbearable pain of losing her child, which I, as a mother, find hard to fathom how one could endure, it’s the heartbreaking experience of encountering numerous individuals who disregarded her pleas for justice that truly adds to her suffering.
However, Ann displayed remarkable tenacity, refusing to accept ‘no’ as an answer. For years, she persistently battled and surprised everyone with her relentless determination. Originating from Middlesbrough, this petite woman found herself in the Houses of Parliament, tirelessly advocating for a law change on behalf of Julie, seeking justice for past injustices.
She has blazed a trail for countless others, and her accomplishments demand our utmost admiration. It’s truly inspiring that her story can now be shared with the world.
But who else stars alongside Smith? And who do they play?
Find the main cast rundown below.
I Fought the Law cast
- Sheridan Smith as Ann Ming
- Victoria Wyant as Julie
- Daniel York Loh as Charlie
- Olivia Ng as Angela
- Marlowe Chan-Reeves as Gary
- Jake Davies as Matthew
- Kent Riley as Keith Arnold
- Andrew Lancel as Guy Whitburn
- Rufus Jones as Lord Goldsmith
- Jack James Ryan as William Dunlop
For more information about the key figures and where you’ve seen the cast before, read on.
Sheridan Smith plays Ann Ming
What can be said about Ann Ming is that she dedicated 15 years of her life to overturning the Double Jeopardy Law, a legal rule that prohibits multiple charges for the same offense, in an effort to seek justice for her daughter Julie who was tragically murdered.
Has Sheridan Smith appeared in anything else besides these roles? Her extensive portfolio also includes Funny Girl, Cilla, Mrs Biggs, Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, The Moorside, No Return, Four Lives, Cleaning Up, The Teacher, Gavin & Stacey, The Castaways, and Benidorm.
Victoria Wyant plays Julie
What is Julie known as? Ann’s child. Unfortunately, twenty-two-year-old Julie met her untimely end when she was strangulated at her residence by a laborer. Her body was secreted away behind a bathroom cabinet, unnoticed for several months.
What else has Victoria Wyant been in? You might know her from My Fault: London.
Daniel York Loh plays Charlie
Who is Charlie Ming? Ann’s husband and Julie’s father.
What else has Daniel York Loh been in? He has appeared in Jade Dragon and Strangers.
Olivia Ng plays Angela
Who is Angela? Ann and Charlie’s daughter, and Julia’s sister.
What else has Olivia Ng been in? She’s also appeared in Phoenix Rise.
Marlowe Chan-Reeves plays Gary
Who is Gary? Ann and Charlie’s son.
What else has Marlowe Chan-Reeves been in? His credits include Shetland and Doctor Who.
Jake Davies plays Matthew
Who is Matthew? Julie’s ex partner. They have a son together.
I wonder what other productions I’ve seen Jake Davies in, aside from The Missing, A Confession, and Screw.
Kent Riley plays Keith Arnold
Who is Keith Arnold? The detective inspector leading the investigation into Julie’s murder.
What else has Kent Riley been in? He’s best known for Hollyoaks.
Andrew Lancel plays Guy Whitburn
Who is Guy Whitburn? Guy Whitburn is a QC.
What else has Andrew Lancel been in? He’s best known for The Bill and Coronation Street.
Rufus Jones plays Lord Goldsmith
Who is Lord Goldsmith referred to as the Attorney General that Ann needed to convince, along with other members of the House of Lords, in order to reform the Double Jeopardy Law?
What else has Rufus Jones been in? You might have watched him in Rivals, W1A and Home.
Jack James Ryan plays William Dunlop
Who is William Dunlop? He is the man convicted for murdering Julie Hogg in 1989. After confessing to a prison guard in 1999, he thought the Double Jeopardy Law would protect him. However, after the law changed due to Ann’s relentless efforts, he was given a life sentence in 2006 with a minimum term of 17 years.
What else has Jack James Ryan been in? His credits include Coronation Street and Passenger.
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