“Dope Girls”: Julianne Nicholson and Eliza Scanlen to Star in BBC Drama Series about Female Crime Boss in Soho; Filming has Begun!

 

“Dope Girls”: Julianne Nicholson and Eliza Scanlen to Star in BBC Drama Series about Female Crime Boss in Soho; Filming has Begun!

• Julianne Nicholson (Mare of Easttown) and Eliza Scanlen (Sharp Objects) have been cast as the leads in BBC’s thrilling new crime drama series, “Dope Girls.”
• Umi Myers, Eilidh Fisher, and Geraldine James are joining them in major parts.
• Filming for the spiritual successor to “Peaky Blinders” takes place in London’s Soho district during the early 20th century.
• The story follows female gangs engaging in activities such as running clubs, dealing drugs, and making moonshine.
• “Dope Girls” will soon be available on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. It is produced by Polly Stenham (“The Face” and “The Neon Demon”) and Alex Warren (“Eleanor”).
• Don’t miss this gripping tale of power, crime, and the indomitable spirit of these remarkable women!

Exciting news! Julianne Nicholson (Mare of Easttown) and Eliza Scanlen (Sharp Objects) have secured the lead roles in the thrilling upcoming crime drama series “Dope Girls” by the BBC.

Umi Myers, Eilidh Fisher, and Geraldine James are joining them, who have also landed major parts in the series. We first shared the details about this remarkable show back in March, and our sources revealed that the BBC envisions it as a spiritual successor to the popular series “Peaky Blinders.”

Now, cameras are rolling as filming takes place in London’s vibrant Soho district during the early 20th century. This was a time when female gangs ruled the scene, engaging in activities such as running clubs, dealing drugs, and producing moonshine. Get ready for an enthralling story set in a dynamic era!

“Dope Girls” will soon hit your screens on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. The series is brought to you by the talented duo Polly Stenham (known for “The Face” and “The Neon Demon”) and Alex Warren (known for “Eleanor”).

Don’t miss this gripping tale of power, crime, and the indomitable spirit of these remarkable women. Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated drama.