ITV has announced a new three-part series from Doctor Foster writer Mike Bartlett.
Directed by Julia Ford (Safe), The Man stars Ken Nwosu (Christopher Robin, Killing Eve) in the lead role of Thomas Benson.
The new psychological drama will explore the corrosive effects of bullying, and focuses on the competitive world of middle management.
Set in a business park in Reading, The Man follows the personal and professional life of Thomas Benson (Nwosu) – a hardworking father and husband.
After freezing during a pitch, Benson attempts to win back his client and goes to desperate lengths. However, he starts to feel undermined, under attack and out of control.
Executive Producer, Catherine Oldfield, said: “After the success of Trauma, I’m delighted to be reunited with Mike to work on The Man for ITV.
“Mike’s created a fantastically taut, contemporary thriller about bullying. Given the current climate, it feels exactly the right time to explore something that affects so many people, all with Mike’s brilliant ability to mix dark humour with intense paranoia to dramatic effect.
“I can’t wait to see the hugely talented Ken bring Thomas to life,” he added.
[Doctor Foster writer Mike Bartlett]
Mike Bartlett added: “Having written about bullying in the workplace previously for the stage, it feels fantastic to tell a new story that explores the potential cruelty of commercial competition, and the effect that has on our psychology, and humanity.”
ITV’s Head of Drama, Polly Hill said: “The Man is another gripping story by Mike, that explores the complex subject of workplace bullying. It brilliantly moves between being very funny to very painful, and will have viewers hooked.
“I am also delighted that the very talented Ken Nwosu is playing Thomas and that Julia Ford is directing. Together with Tall Story, this is a fantastic team that promises to make an unmissable drama.”
The Man begins filming in September 2018.
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