ITV has greenlit Adultery, a new six-part relationship drama from acclaimed screenwriter Danny Brocklehurst (Fool Me Once, Brassic, Ten Pound Poms). The series, produced by Ben Stephenson’s Poison Pen Studios, explores the explosive consequences of an affair between two parents.
Here’s the Lowdown: Adultery centers on Tom, whose teenage daughter Jess is deeply in love with her schoolmate, Ollie. When Tom meets Ollie’s mother, Beth, their lives are thrown into chaos as an unexpected and intense attraction develops between them.
What This Means Now: The series is set to tackle themes of desire, class, grief, and the impact of social media. The drama raises questions about whether Tom and Beth can resist their feelings, unlike their infatuated teenagers. The show will air on ITV1 and STV, and stream on ITVX and STV Player.
The Bigger Picture: Adultery comes from a writer known for creating popular and gripping dramas, including global Netflix hit Fool Me Once. The series is positioned as an “addictive love story” that will explore the “highest highs and lowest lows” of love and sex. This commission marks the first for Ben Stephenson’s new production company, Poison Pen Studios, showing a commitment to “popular, smart drama”.
