DNA Journey with Philip Glenister and John Simm Premieres 9 October on ITV1

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Much loved actors John Simm and Philip Glenister, who first worked together on the series Life On Mars, reunite for a unique adventure in the three-part series, DNA Journey with Ancestry. The series premiere airs on ITV1 on Wednesday, 9 October 2024, at 9:00 pm.

Seventeen years after their first collaboration, the pair set out to explore their family histories and uncover some unexpected surprises. As they work through revelations about their past, they display searing honesty, humour, and a supportive dynamic.

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DNA Journey with Ancestry: Episode 1 airs Wednesday, 9 October 2024, at 9:00 pm on ITV1.

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