If you’re all about dramas led by powerhouse performances, Suranne Jones is your star. Whether she’s playing a sharp detective, a determined private investigator, or a woman juggling love and secrets, Jones brings bold energy and depth that’ll have you hooked from the very first scene. From Gentleman Jack on BBC iPlayer to tense thrillers on Channel 4, and ITVX, she’s everywhere right now — and we can’t get enough.
Her fierce, nuanced performances pull you in and don’t let go, making her one of the must-watch stars of the moment. With both Frauds and Film Club coming out later this year, there is no better time to start the Suranne Jones binge! Trust us, you’re in for some serious drama and unforgettable characters!
Frauds
This drama follows con artists Bert (Jones) and Sam (Jodie Whittaker), who’ve been living very different lives in Spain: Sam in the picturesque hills of Andalusia, and Bert in the grotty confines of a prison cell. After a decade behind bars, Bert finally secures a compassionate discharge and decides to use his newfound freedom to pull off one final heist.
Her performance keeps you guessing while also letting you glimpse the humanity beneath the criminal mastermind. Add Jodie Whittaker as her counterpart Sam, and you’ve got a thrilling and utterly binge-worthy ride that’s equal parts clever and chaos!
Gentleman Jack
Stream now on BBC iPlayer
🍅 92%
You’ll be hooked from the very first scene. Gentleman Jack is a bold and brilliant period drama based on the real life of Anne Lister, a landowner, entrepreneur, and unapologetically queer woman with ambition, charm and all-round powerhouse shaking up the 1830s. There’s love, scandal and a lot of dramaaaa!
Suranne Jones plays Anne with bold confidence and oh so much depth! Delivering a performance that’s commanding but equally tender. Whether she’s sealing business deals or courting the woman she loves, Jones brings fierce energy to every scene whilst also revealing the quiet vulnerability behind Anne’s defiant exterior!
Vigil
Stream on BBC iPlayer
Tense, suspenseful, and full of unexpected turns, Vigil begins with the mysterious death of a crew member onboard a British nuclear submarine. DCI Amy Silva is sent in to investigate, but trapped beneath the waves, she soon uncovers a conspiracy that could threaten national security! Goosebumps?
Jones owns the role with so much determination and juuuuust the right amount of fire, balancing serious detective work with moments that remind you she’s human too. With a lead performance that’s impossible to look away from, need we say more?
Doctor Foster
Stream on BBC iPlayer
🍅 86%
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Drama, betrayal, and secrets that simmer just beneath the surface Doctor Foster is your ultimate fix if you love watching relationships unravel in the most deliciously intense way! Suranne Jones is the phenomenal Dr. Gemma Foster, a GP whose world is flipped upside down when she suspects her husband of cheating.
Jones brings an electric, sharp and totally unrelenting portrayal to Gemma as she navigates the heartbreak, fury and burning need for answers — a gripping reminder that a woman scorned is not to be trifled with!
Maryland
Available now on ITVX
🍅 93%
Written by Suranne Jones, Maryland is an addictive family drama about sisters Becca and Rosaline, who have grown apart but are forced to reconnect after the sudden death of their mother. When they fly to the Isle of Man to collect their mother’s body, they uncover a secret double life that shakes everything they thought they knew about their family.
Jones totally nails Becca’s quiet intensity — the kind of sister who’s holding a lot beneath the surface but won’t back down when it matters. Her chemistry with Eve Best (playing her fiery sibling) brings aaaaaaall the feels, making Maryland a heartfelt story about family secrets, second chances, and the messy business of love.
Vincent
Watch now on ITVX
This two decades old crime drama follows an ex- officer turned private investigator Vincent Gallagher and his team as they tackle the cases the police won’t touch. From suspected affairs to mysterious deaths, Vincent and his crew do whatever it takes to uncover the truth!
Jones stars as Beth Goddard, Vincent’s sharp and resourceful partner. Together, they navigate the murky waters of private investigation, facing danger and moral dilemmas at every turn!
I am
Stream now on Channel 4
🍅 88%
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I Am Victoria is the first episode of Channel 4's powerful anthology series I Am..., created by Dominic Savage. In this emotionally charged drama, Suranne Jones portrays Victoria, a seemingly perfect woman juggling a high-powered job, a picture-perfect family, and a pristine home. Beneath the surface, however, anxiety and pressure are quietly unravelling her.
Jones absolutely owns the screen as Victoria, effortlessly flipping from a polished professional to a woman on the edge, all while making you root for her every step of the way. Her performance is a rollercoaster of emotions—raw, real, and totally gripping!
Film Club
Suranne Jones shows she’s just as dazzling in comedy-drama as she is in gripping thrillers. In Film Club, she plays Suz, the witty, warm, and slightly chaotic mum of Evie (Aimee Lou Wood), who finds herself swept up in the ups and downs of a weekly movie night that’s about way more than just films.
Jones brings her trademark energy and nuance to Suz, effortlessly blending humour, heart, and that quietly fierce streak that makes you root for her even when she’s causing a little chaos. It’s funny, and unexpectedly moving – a reminder that Jones can light up any screen, whether she’s solving crimes or helping her daughter navigate the messiness of love.
And of course, no Suranne Jones article would be complete without an honorary shout-out to her incredible performances in Hostage and Save Me!
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