The BBC has revealed the cast for its upcoming drama series, Two Weeks in August, which has commenced filming in Malta. Jessica Raine leads the ensemble in this eight-part story about a group of friends whose holiday reunion takes an unexpectedly dark turn. The series, written and created by Catherine Shepherd, is produced by Various Artists Limited, known for I May Destroy You.
Jessica Raine plays Zoe, a woman feeling overwhelmed by life who hopes the trip to Greece will provide a much-needed reset for her and her family. Damien Molony co-stars as her husband, Dan. The friendship group is rounded out by Nicholas Pinnock as Solomon, Antonia Thomas as his new wife Jess, Leila Farzad as Nat, and Hugh Skinner as Jacob. Other cast members include Dolly Wells and Tom Goodman-Hill. Although set in Greece, the production is utilizing locations across Malta and Gozo.
Two Weeks in August centers on adult relationships and long-held secrets simmering beneath the surface. The narrative kicks off when an “illicit kiss” disrupts the seemingly idyllic vacation, setting off a chain reaction of revelations and conflicts. As tensions rise and the group finds themselves potentially trapped on the island, the dream holiday transforms into a psychological pressure cooker, forcing the characters to confront uncomfortable truths and ultimately turn on one another. The series is set to premiere on BBC One and be available on BBC iPlayer.
