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| '''''Jekyll''''' is a ] serial. The story draws parallels to ]'s novel '']'', but is not based on the novel, and is updated to a modern setting with Jekyll using contemporary technology to try and keep Hyde dormant and protect his family from the darker side of his personality. Little is Jekyll aware that he is being monitored by a secret society and that he and Hyde are part of a terrifying centuries-old plot. | '''''Jekyll''''' is a ] serial. The story draws parallels to ]'s novel '']'', but is not based on the novel, and is updated to a modern setting with Jekyll using contemporary technology to try and keep Hyde dormant and protect his family from the darker side of his personality. Little is Jekyll aware that he is being monitored by a secret society and that he and Hyde are part of a terrifying centuries-old plot. | ||
| ==Production== | |||
| The six episode serial is being produced by the independent production company ], in association with ], for ] with some co-production funding from the ] ] channel in the ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/bbcworldwide/worldwidestories/pressreleases/2006/03_march/bbc_america_drama.shtml|title=Four new primetime drama co-productions for BBC America|publisher=]|date=]|accessdate=2006-09-02}}</ref> It is written by ]. The ] are ] and ].<ref name="press release 2">{{cite web|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2006/08_august/29/jekyll.shtml|title=An all-star cast to appear in BBC ONE's Jekyll|publisher=]|date=]|accessdate=2006-08-30}}</ref> | The six episode serial is being produced by the independent production company ], in association with ], for ] with some co-production funding from the ] ] channel in the ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/bbcworldwide/worldwidestories/pressreleases/2006/03_march/bbc_america_drama.shtml|title=Four new primetime drama co-productions for BBC America|publisher=]|date=]|accessdate=2006-09-02}}</ref> It is written by ]. The ] are ] and ].<ref name="press release 2">{{cite web|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2006/08_august/29/jekyll.shtml|title=An all-star cast to appear in BBC ONE's Jekyll|publisher=]|date=]|accessdate=2006-08-30}}</ref> | ||
| ==Characters== | |||
| The serial stars ] in the title role.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2005/12_december/13/jekyll.shtml|title=James Nesbitt to star in Jekyll|publisher=]|date=]|accessdate=2006-08-15}}</ref> Also featuring are ], ], ], ],<ref name="press release 2" /> and ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2006/11_november/16/jekyll.shtml|title=Mark Gatiss joins James Nesbitt in BBC One's Jekyll|publisher=]|date=]|accessdate=2006-11-16}}</ref> | |||
| * Tom Jackman - Dr Tom Jackman's life is in tatters. He's been playing host to an uninvited guest - a dangerous alter-ego. Desperate to protect his family from his dark side, Jackman has been forced to leave his old life behind and strike a diabolical deal with his own devil. Portrayed by ]. | |||
| * Mr Hyde - Savage and carnivorous, Hyde's everything that the repressed Jackman's not; a narcissistic newborn in a grown man's body. And he's getting stronger. Every time Jackman falls asleep or gets angry - Hyde threatens to take over. He won't be chained up forever. Portrayed by ].{{cite web|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2005/12_december/13/jekyll.shtml|title=James Nesbitt to star in Jekyll|publisher=]|date=]|accessdate=2006-08-15}}</ref> | |||
| * Claire Jackman - Claire's idyllic existence with her two sons and doting husband, Tom, is shattered by an ancient family curse. She's oblivious to the fact that Tom can turn into a terrifying psychopath in the blink of an eye. Portrayed by ]. | |||
| * Peter Syme - Peter is Tom's closest friend and confidant. He's a scientist in genetics who isn't what he seems at all. Portrayed by ]. | |||
| * Katherine Reimer - Katherine is Tom's enigmatic and dedicated assistant. A psychiatric nurse, Katherine is the only person other than Tom who knows about his secret double life. She has the task of helping him lead it: the servant of two masters but only one man. Portrayed by ]. | |||
| * Miranda Callendar -Miranda is the private detective who stumbles not only on the truth about Tom and his alter ego, but on a conspiracy over a century old. She must convince Tom that there are more frightening things in this modern world than Mr Hyde. Portrayed by ].<ref name="press release 2"/> | |||
| Gatiss will be appearing in the serial as ].<ref name="echo" |
] will be appearing in the serial as ].<ref name="echo"> | ||
| <ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bbc.co.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/stories/2006/11_november/16/jekyll.shtml|title=Mark Gatiss joins James Nesbitt in BBC One's Jekyll|publisher=]|date=]|accessdate=2006-11-16}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/features/leader/display.var.1082536.0.i_always_wanted_to_be_a_rat.php|title=I Always Wanted to be a Rat|publisher=]|date=]|accessdate=2007-01-06}}</ref> | |||
| The series will be released on DVD on ] ]. | The series will be released on DVD on ] ]. | ||
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2007 TV series or program| Jekyll | |
|---|---|
| Created by | Steven Moffat, from the novel by Robert Louis Stevenson |
| Starring | James Nesbitt |
| Theme music composer | Debbie Wiseman |
| Country of origin |  United Kingdom |
| No. of episodes | 6 |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | Steven Moffat, Beryl Vertue |
| Producers | Elaine Cameron, Jeffrey Taylor |
| Original release | |
| Network | BBC One |
| Release | 16 June 2007 – 21 July 2007 |
Jekyll is a BBC television drama serial. The story draws parallels to Robert Louis Stevenson's novel The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, but is not based on the novel, and is updated to a modern setting with Jekyll using contemporary technology to try and keep Hyde dormant and protect his family from the darker side of his personality. Little is Jekyll aware that he is being monitored by a secret society and that he and Hyde are part of a terrifying centuries-old plot.
Production
The six episode serial is being produced by the independent production company Hartswood Films, in association with Stagescreen Productions, for BBC One with some co-production funding from the BBC America cable television channel in the United States. It is written by Steven Moffat. The directors are Douglas Mackinnon and Matt Lipsey.
Characters
- Tom Jackman - Dr Tom Jackman's life is in tatters. He's been playing host to an uninvited guest - a dangerous alter-ego. Desperate to protect his family from his dark side, Jackman has been forced to leave his old life behind and strike a diabolical deal with his own devil. Portrayed by James Nesbitt.
- Mr Hyde - Savage and carnivorous, Hyde's everything that the repressed Jackman's not; a narcissistic newborn in a grown man's body. And he's getting stronger. Every time Jackman falls asleep or gets angry - Hyde threatens to take over. He won't be chained up forever. Portrayed by James Nesbitt."James Nesbitt to star in Jekyll". BBC Press Office. 2005-12-13. Retrieved 2006-08-15.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help)</ref> - Claire Jackman - Claire's idyllic existence with her two sons and doting husband, Tom, is shattered by an ancient family curse. She's oblivious to the fact that Tom can turn into a terrifying psychopath in the blink of an eye. Portrayed by Gina Bellman.
- Peter Syme - Peter is Tom's closest friend and confidant. He's a scientist in genetics who isn't what he seems at all. Portrayed by Denis Lawson.
- Katherine Reimer - Katherine is Tom's enigmatic and dedicated assistant. A psychiatric nurse, Katherine is the only person other than Tom who knows about his secret double life. She has the task of helping him lead it: the servant of two masters but only one man. Portrayed by Michelle Ryan.
- Miranda Callendar -Miranda is the private detective who stumbles not only on the truth about Tom and his alter ego, but on a conspiracy over a century old. She must convince Tom that there are more frightening things in this modern world than Mr Hyde. Portrayed by Meera Syal.
Mark Gatiss will be appearing in the serial as Robert Louis Stevenson.Cite error: A <ref> tag is missing the closing </ref> (see the help page).
The series will be released on DVD on 30 July 2007.
References
- "Four new primetime drama co-productions for BBC America". bbc.co.uk. 2006-03-30. Retrieved 2006-09-02.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "An all-star cast to appear in BBC ONE's Jekyll". BBC Press Office. 2006-08-29. Retrieved 2006-08-30.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - "I Always Wanted to be a Rat". Northern Echo. 2006-12-20. Retrieved 2007-01-06.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|date=(help)
External links
- Jekyll at the Internet Movie Database
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