Fans of Agatha Christie's classic whodunnit novels are being directed to a new BBC drama that is currently available to stream for free on BBC iPlayer. I, Jack Wright, a darkly comic murder mystery series, has been branded a must-watch for enthusiasts of the 'Queen of Crime', who authored over 60 detective novels and 14 short story collections.
What Is I, Jack Wright About?
Created by Chris Lang, the mastermind behind the acclaimed series Unforgotten, I, Jack Wright centres on the chaotic aftermath of business tycoon Jack Wright's apparent suicide. As his family battles over his estate, police quickly discover that his death was no accident. The synopsis reads: 'As DCI Morgan (Lloyd) and DC Jones (Kingsman) delve further into the case, they realise Jack's cause of death was in fact murder. Their sights turn to the Wright family, where the mother of all feuds is beginning. As each family member becomes more reckless and desperate in their bid to own a piece of Jack's legacy, dark secrets and resentments are revealed with explosive consequences.'
Cast and Critical Reception
The gripping 2025 drama stars Trevor Eve as the Wright family patriarch, Jack. He is joined by Nikki Amuka-Bird (Luther) as Sally, John Simm (Grace) and Daniel Rigby (Wolf Hall) as Jack's sons Gray and John, Gemma Jones as Rose Wright, and Ruby Ashbourne Serkis as Emily Wright. The series has received an impressive score of 89% on Rotten Tomatoes. One viewer gushed: 'This was great. Packed with plot twists, the show entails the reading of a will, a family with secrets, money (lots of it) and murder. Binge watched and enjoyed every minute of it.' Another echoed: 'TERRIFIC!! Every episode a treasure. I have to believe there will be series 2. Cant leave everyone on the edge!! Please!!!' A third wrote: 'This is a Great series, love every minute of it, can't wait for season 2 Very well done.'
Future Seasons and Streaming Details
Series 2 of I, Jack Wright is currently in production and is expected to premiere in the UK on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in late 2026 or early 2027. The first series is available to stream on BBC iPlayer now.
