In a powerhouse collaboration between BBC and Netflix, the upcoming limited series Lockerbie is set to grace our screens, boasting a stellar cast. Patrick J. Adams, famed for his role in the hit series Suits, will headline the show alongside Connor Swindells from Netflix’s Sex Education, and two-time Emmy winner Merritt Wever, known for her outstanding performances in Netflix’s Godless and Showtime’s Nurse Jackie.
The six-part series revolves around the tragic events of the 1988 Lockerbie bombing, exploring the joint Scots-U.S. investigation that ensued. The ensemble cast includes Peter Mullan, Phyllis Logan, Eddie Marsan, Lauren Lyle, and more, promising a gripping narrative surrounding the worst-ever terrorist attack on British soil.
The storyline delves into the exhaustive search for evidence in Scotland, the United States, and Malta, leading up to the trial at Camp Zeist in 2000. With filming underway in Scotland and plans to continue in Malta and Toronto, Lockerbie will make its debut on BBC One and BBC iPlayer before hitting Netflix globally.
This series, developed by World Productions in association with MGM Television and Night Train Media, is one of two Lockerbie projects in production. Jonathan Lee, a renowned novelist and screenwriter, takes the lead in crafting this compelling narrative, supported by Scottish screenwriter Gillian Roger Park.
The production, rich in authenticity, draws from extensive interviews with key figures involved in the investigation. With Michael Keillor directing and an executive lineup featuring Simon Heath, Roderick Seligman, Steve Stark, and others, Lockerbie promises to be a poignant exploration of a tragic chapter in history.
As Patrick J. Adams, the leading star, continues to captivate audiences, this collaboration reaffirms the growing trend of high-profile actors engaging in streaming platforms, marking a new era in television storytelling.
Get ready for a dramatic journey through history with Lockerbie on BBC and Netflix.
