Nikki Amuka-Bird and John Simm star in murder mystery drama I, Jack Wright10:04, 12 Jul 2026The latest drama to arrive on BBC One and BBC iPlayer is I, Jack Wright.‌The murder mystery series originally launched in April 2025 on UandAlibi before being snapped up by the BBC. This means not only will series one be re-aired by the channel, but they've also secured series two, which is currently in production.‌Penned by Chris Lang, the acclaimed writer behind Unforgotten, Innocent, The Thief, His Wife and the Canoe, I, Jack Wright is a gripping whodunnit featuring Nikki-Amuka Bird, John Simm, Daniel Rigby, Ruby Ashbourne-Serkis, Zoë Tapper, Percelle Ascott, Harry Lloyd and Liz Kingsman.‌A synopsis reads: "I, Jack Wright, is a propulsive whodunnit with family secrets at its core. The apparent death by suicide of high-powered businessman Jack Wright sends shockwaves through his family, leaving a mystery that pits greed, loyalty and suspicion against one another."As his many wives and children fight over the remains of his estate, a dogged police detective investigates – and uncovers the shocking truth about this well-heeled clan." Here's everything you need to know, according to Wales Online.‌When does I, Jack Wright start?I, Jack Wright will première on BBC One on Sunday, July 12, at 9:15pm.To make it even more unmissable, the BBC is screening a double bill, with episodes one and two airing back to back.I, Jack Wright cast list‌The series boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Nikki Amuka-Bird, who portrays Sally Wright. Audiences will recognise Nikki from her appearances in Torchwood, Silent Witness, Luther, Death in Paradise, Inside No 9, Doctor Who, Hard Sun, Avenue 5 and Citadel.John Simm takes on the role of Gray Wright, perhaps best known for his portrayal of the Master in Doctor Who, detective Sam Tyler in Life on Mars and detective Roy Grace in ITV's Grace.Gemma Jones steps into the shoes of Rose Wright, having previously appeared in Spooks, Merlin, Death in Paradise, Unforgotten and Gentleman Jack, alongside film roles in Sense and Sensibility, the Bridget Jones series and Harry Potter.‌Trevor Eve portrays Jack Wright, widely recognised for his work in Shoestring, Waking the Dead, Unforgotten and Strike Back.Daniel Rigby plays John Wright, most notably remembered for his portrayal of Eric Morecambe in the 2011 BBC television film Eric and Ernie, as well as roles in Flowers and Summerwater.The show additionally features Ruby Ashbourne Serkis as Emily Wright, Rakhee Thakrar as Laura Johnstone, Harry Lloyd as DCI Hector Morgan, Zoë Tapper as Georgia Wright, Liz Kingsman as DC Katie Jones, James Fleet as Bobby, Sabrina Bartlett as Bella, and Percelle Ascott as Reuben.‌Where was I, Jack Wright filmed?The drama was shot in London, specifically Holborn and Lincoln's Inn Fields, Paris, and Hertfordshire. The Wright family's principal residence, Marston House, was filmed at the Mansion House North Mymms Park.How many episodes of I, Jack Wright are there?The series consists of six episodes in total. The first two episodes will air on Sunday, July 12, followed by episodes three and four broadcasting on Monday, July 13.Article continues belowI, Jack Wright, starts on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Sunday, July 12 at 9:15pm.