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Best Interests

Series Overview

Marnie has a life-threatening condition. The doctors believe it is in her best interests to be allowed to die, but her loving family disagree. And so begins a fight that will take them through every stage of a legal process, as they struggle to contemplate this huge decision. Who decides? And in whose best interests will it be?

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 4 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2023 – 2023

Premiered: Mon, Jun 12, 2023

Created By
Jack ThorneJack Thorne

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Tue, Jun 20, 2023

Season 1, Episode 4: “Episode 4”

In court, hope for Nicci’s case, and a surprising victory, grows. Andrew is confronted about his past behavior. As the verdict nears, who will get to decide Marnie’s future?

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2023-06-01

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Michael Keillor

Screenplay & Story

Jack Thorne

Director of Photography

David Raedeker

Film Editing

Dominic Strevens

Producers

Jenny Frayn, Jack Thorne, Toby Bentley, Sophie Gardiner, Lucy Richer

Department Leadership Roster

Jack Thorne

Jack Thorne

Writer

Jenny Frayn

Producer

Michael Keillor

Director

Abi Bach

Producer

Dominic Strevens

Editor

Alison Butler

Production Design

Sheena Napier

Costume Design

David Raedeker

David Raedeker

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TP

International Certification Matrix

France (CNC)TP
United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Best Interests

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What is Best Interests about?

Marnie has a life-threatening condition. The doctors believe it is in her best interests to be allowed to die, but her loving family disagree. And so begins a fight that will take them through every stage of a legal process, as they struggle to contemplate this huge decision. Who decides? And in whose best interests will it be?

How many seasons does Best Interests have?

Best Interests comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Best Interests?

Key cast members in Best Interests include Sharon Horgan, Michael Sheen, Alison Oliver, Niamh Moriarty, Noma Dumezweni.

Who created or directed Best Interests?

Best Interests was developed and directed by Michael Keillor.