Apparitions, a new drama series for BBC One
Apparitions is a hard-hitting new drama that takes us on a terrifying journey into a world of possession and satanic conspiracy. All out war between good and evil is imminent and it’s time to choose sides.
Martin Shaw stars as Father Jacob, a Roman Catholic priest who is working to promote candidates for sainthood but is drawn against his will into the world of exorcism.
The idea for the series came from Martin himself as he had long wanted to play an exorcist. It was subsequently picked up and developed further by Joe Ahearne (This Life, Ultraviolet, Doctor Who).
Tony Wood, Creative Director of Lime Pictures, says: “Joe Ahearne has created a gripping story of intrigue and mystery which raises as many questions as it answers.
“Martin Shaw is the perfect choice to play the lead role in this bold series, a very different and darker acting challenge to that which the audience will have seen him in before.”
The cast for Apparitions features John Shrapnel (The Duchess, Elizabeth, Gladiator) as Cardinal Bukovak, Jacob’s boss who keeps a close watch on his every move; Luigi Diberti (Immortal Beloved) plays Monsignor Vincenzo, Rome’s chief exorcist who is soon to retire and wants Jacob to take over from him; Elyes Gabel (Casualty) is pre-ordained priest Vimal who suffers torment at the hands of Michael, a possessed homeless man, played by Rick Warden (Band Of Brothers, Trial And Retribution, Rome).
Michelle Joseph (A Touch Of Frost, In Deep) is Jacob’s aide, Sister Anne, who chooses to look for good rather than evil but remains resolutely loyal to Jacob.
Siobhan Finneran (Benidorm, Boy A) is Sister Ruth who joins the series from episode two when she’s sent from Rome to monitor Jacob’s activities.
Guest stars also include Shaun Dooley (Mark Of Cain, The Street) as single dad Liam, accused by his daughter of possession in episodes one and two.
Guest starring in episode three is Neil Pearson (The Booze Cruise, Drop The Dead Donkey, Bridget Jones’ Diary) and Elizabeth Berrington (In Bruges, Moving Wallpaper).
Neil plays the role of Lassiter, a prison governor who calls for Jacob’s help when Cory, one of the inmates, shows signs of possession, while Elizabeth plays Kim, the mother of one of Cory’s victims.
Episode four features Claudia Harrison (Murphy’s Law, Attachments) as Janice, who runs a women’s health clinic and comes to Jacob in desperation when there appear to be demonic forces attacking her patients.
Adrian Bower (Teachers, Talk To Me) also guest stars as Simon, a possessed man who is trying to orchestrate a series of satanic births.
And in episode six there’s a surprise appearance from Cherie Lunghi (Secret Diary Of A Call Girl, Cutting It) who plays a woman who encounters Jacob at his lowest ebb.
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Watched the first of the series last night – WOW – fantastic – talk about hard hitting.
A great mixture – and of course always a pleasure to see Martin Shaw.
this is the best series i have seen in years- a welcome change.
“Apparitions”, what a wonderful drama! Both cast and crew must be congratulated for such an original and totally gripping drama. Martin Shaw was a joy to behold! Please, please tell me it was not a one off !!! There is so much more that could be explored. More soon please !
Oh I missed it all! Where can I watch it on line?
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PLEASE TELL ME THEY ARE MAKING A SECOND SERIES!!!!!
woz this thursdays one the last!??!?
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE TEL ME THERE WILL BE MORE EPISODESSSS
will there????
Thia has been an excellent drama, i thoroughly enjoyed every second of it and hope there is more to come. It has been gripping viewing and it would be a great shame if there is no second series in the pipeline. BBC always produce great drama.
I have thoroughly enjoyed this drama,every episode has been excellent!Im not one to watch much tv but with this i couldnt wait for the next weeks episode.Please make a second series!
I rarely watch tv……but have been watching each and every episode of this drama. It IS so different from the regular rehashed stories that is put out there. I can’t wait for the next episode!!
I truly hope they do continue with this tv show. I’m hooked!!
Wow! I just watched all 6 episodes in two days. Absolutely addictive TV! The first British drama for years that matches up to US dramas. Please please please commission a second series!
I thought it was fantastic tv, frightened the living daylights out of me and the best drama I’ve seen in a long time. Martin Shaw plays the part magnificantly and was very credible. Can’t wait for the next series.
I just bought the ‘Apparitions’ dvd boxset and watched the episodes back-to-back. Best drama on t.v for years! Rick Warden’s performance as Astaruth/Michael was spine-chillingly believable. Let us pray for a second series…..