Toby Jones and David Tennant’s “explosive” ITV drama gets release date

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It’s been announced that the highly-anticipated real-life drama starring Toby Jones and David Tennant, titled The Hack, will hit screens later this month.

The show centers around the telephone hacking controversy that enveloped News International, eventually leading to the closure of the News of the World.

According to recent reports, the upcoming show is set to air first on Wednesday, September 24th, at 9:00 PM, right here on ITV1. For those eager viewers who can’t wait, the program will also be accessible prior on ITVX.

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As per ITV’s description, “The Hack” can be understood as a gripping and authentic portrayal of a true crime story. It skillfully combines two actual events, focusing on investigative journalist Nick Davies, portrayed by David Tennant, who unveiled the phone hacking scandal at the News of the World.

Meanwhile, the narrative also delves into the ongoing investigation into the mysterious killing of private detective Daniel Morgan, spearheaded by retired Metropolitan Police detective chief superintendent Dave Cook, portrayed by Robert Carlyle, according to the plot summary.

In this scenario, Jones assumes the position of editor-in-chief at The Guardian, similar to Alan Rusbridger, while Steve Pemberton enacts Rupert Murdoch. Dougray Scott portrays former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown, and Eve Myles plays TV presenter Jacqui Hames.

Additionally, the ensemble features Rose Leslie, Adrian Lester, Katherine Kelly, Kevin Doyle, Neil Maskell, Lara Pulver, Lee Ingleby, Pip Torrens, Lisa McGrillis, and Sean Pertwee.

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Also part of the cast are Rose Leslie, Adrian Lester, Katherine Kelly, Kevin Doyle, Neil Maskell, Lara Pulver, Lee Ingleby, Pip Torrens, Lisa McGrillis, and Sean Pertwee.

The play titled The Hack was penned by Jack Thorne, who wrote Adolescence, and Annalisa Dinnella. Not too long ago, Thorne confessed that writing this particular production was extremely challenging for him.

He shared that we had been collaborating with a team remarkably skilled in research, referenced as the group behind the case of “Mr. Bates vs The Post Office“. He emphasized to Deadline that their task was intricate and involved ensuring all facts were accurate while navigating the tricky legal landscape of the hacking scandal, which proved to be quite complex.

The television show titled “The Hack” is set to debut on Wednesday, 24th of September, airing at 9:00 PM on ITV1. You can catch it earlier on ITVX as well.

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2025-09-11 13:49