Legal Drama
Former SNP MP Mhairi Black joins BBC drama Counsels
Former Scottish National Party MP Mhairi Black has been cast as a detective in the upcoming BBC legal drama Counsels, marking her first television acting role. The eight-part series, set and filmed in Glasgow, follows young lawyers navigating their careers and personal lives. Black, who left politics in recent years, expressed excitement about the opportunity to perform in her hometown.
Sky reveals cast for upcoming legal thriller War
Sky and HBO have announced the cast for their new legal drama series War, featuring Dominic West and Sienna Miller in lead roles. The show centers on a high-stakes divorce case between rival London law firms, with Celia Imrie and Nick Mohammed joining as series regulars. Production is underway, with a 2026 release expected on Sky and NOW.