The BBC has acquired the gripping murder mystery series I, Jack Wright, written by Chris Lang (Unforgotten, Innocent) and starring Nikki Amuka-Bird and John Simm. The show originally debuted on U&Alibi in April 2025 but is now set to air on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with a second series already in production.
Plot and Cast
The six-part drama centers on the sudden death of wealthy businessman Jack Wright, which his family initially believes is suicide. As his multiple wives and children vie for control of his estate, a detective uncovers dark secrets. The synopsis describes it as a "propulsive whodunnit with family secrets at its core," pitting greed, loyalty, and suspicion against one another.
The cast includes Nikki Amuka-Bird as Sally Wright, John Simm as Gray Wright, along with Daniel Rigby, Ruby Ashbourne-Serkis, Zoë Tapper, Percelle Ascott, Harry Lloyd, and Liz Kingsman.
Critical and Audience Reception
I, Jack Wright holds a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics have praised its sharp storytelling and consistent character development. One reviewer said: "Finally a thoroughly excellent story, told with sharpness and high tension... and at no point did any character have me yelling 'no-one acts that way!'" Viewers who saw it on U&Alibi have called it "faultless" and "suspenseful."
Broadcast Details
The series launches on BBC One on Sunday, July 12 at 9:15pm with a double bill of episodes one and two. Subsequent episodes will air weekly. The BBC has also secured a second series, currently in production.
