Name: Best Interests
Released: 2023-06-12T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Sharon Horgan, Michael Sheen, Noma Dumezweni

TV Show · Drama

Sharon Horgan and Michael Sheen play loving parents forced to make a harrowing decision about their daughter's medical care in this BAFTA-nominated drama from writer Jack Thorne (Kiri). 'Masterly and profoundly moving series' - The Guardian.

2023 · 1h 0m

Starring Sharon Horgan, Michael Sheen, Noma Dumezweni

Director Michael Keillor

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

When Marnie develops a severe infection and is placed on a ventilator, her doctor recommends withdrawing care. Parents Nicci and Andrew fight the doctor's orders, but after Marnie's health shows no signs of recovery, Andrew starts to have doubts.

55m
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

As Marnie's condition worsens, Andrew starts to believe that her suffering isn't justified by any hope of recovery. But Nicci refuses to give up and turns to a religious group to fundraise and help her mount a legal challenge against the hospital.

58m
EPISODE 3

Episode 3

While her legal team begins building its case, Nicci gets more intertwined with the media, appearing on radio and TV, but the growing attention causes repercussions for her family. Katie struggles with her feelings about what's best for Marnie.

55m
EPISODE 4

Episode 4

As the two sides battle in court, Andrew tries his best to remain neutral. Meanwhile, Nicci must confront the damage that the legal fight is doing to her family. After examining all the views on Marnie's best interests, the court issues a verdict.

57m