Sky1 have announced the start of production on ‘Going Postal’, an adaptation of one of Sir Terry’s Pratchett’s most popular Discworld novels. An adventure story filled with romance and revenge, Going Postal features an all star British cast that includes Richard Coyle (Coupling) as Moist Von Lipwig, David Suchet (Agatha Christie’s Poirot) as Reacher Gilt, Charles Dance (Gosford Park, Bleak House) as Lord Vetinari, and Claire Foy (Little Dorrit) as Adora Belle Dearheart. Adding to the cast with their comedic talents are Steve Pemberton (The League of Gentlemen, Psychoville) as Drumknott, Andrew Sachs (Fawlty Towers) as Groat and Tamsin Greig (Green Wing, Black Books) as Miss Cripslock.

Elaine Pyke, Head of Drama commented: “Following the Sky1 HD successes of Sir Terry Pratchett’s Hogfather and The Colour of Magic, we’re thrilled to now be bringing GOING POSTAL to life. Adapted by Richard Kurti and Bev Doyle, GOING POSTAL is a hugely enjoyable epic adventure story guaranteed to delight audiences across the country next Easter.”

GOING POSTAL will be broadcast on Sky1 HD and Sky1 Easter 2010.