Anna Maxwell Martin to star in new ITV drama about race

The award-winning actress will play a leading role in a four-part series called Our House, which will explore the complexities of race and identity in modern Britain

Martin, who is best known for her roles in Line of Duty, Motherland, and This Morning, will play Fi, a successful black woman who finds herself at the center of a storm when her husband disappears and she is accused of his murder

The series, which is written by Luther creator Neil Cross, will follow Fi's journey as she tries to clear her name and find out the truth about what happened to her husband

Cross said: "Our House is a story about race, identity, and the complexities of modern Britain. It's a story that is both timely and timeless, and I'm thrilled that Anna Maxwell Martin has agreed to play the lead role

"She's an extraordinary actress, and I know she will bring Fi to life in a way that is both powerful and nuanced

Martin said: "I'm so excited to be part of Our House. It's such a powerful and important story, and I can't wait to bring Fi to life

"She's a complex and flawed character, but she's also a survivor. I think she'll really resonate with audiences

Our House will air on ITV in 2023