Anjli Mohindra, Shaun Parkes and Aidan Gillen to lead ITV1's new legal thriller Saviour

How far are you prepared to go to protect the ones you love?

ITV1's brand new suspenseful legal thriller Saviour was announced back in December 2024, and today they have confirmed the cast for the new six-part drama written by criminal barrister, novelist and screenwriter Imran Mahmood.

Anjli Mohindra, Shaun Parkes and Aidan Gillen will lead the cast of what's being described as a propulsive legal thriller, which follows Ben, played by Archie Fisher, who, after borrowing his dad’s police uniform for a costume party, gets into an altercation that results in a man’s death.

Called to represent Ben is brilliant criminal defence solicitor, Indy Sangar, played by Anjli Mohindra, who has just been promoted to Higher Rights of Audience in the Old Bailey.

In defending Ben from an allegation of murder, Indy is confronted with a world of police corruption, complicated racial politics, fervent press interest, a frustratingly traditional justice system and a defendant who is keeping secrets from her.

But what she doesn’t know is that, whilst fighting tooth and nail for Ben’s freedom, deeply personal secrets of her own are finally coming to the surface and threatening to tear her career and her family apart.

Indy is also up against a formidable adversary in Detective Inspector Jon Creasy, played by Shaun Parkes. Determined to get to the truth, he won’t be swayed by Eddie, played by Aidan Gillen, his colleague and Ben’s father, who is ruthlessly intent on clearing his son’s name and will go to any lengths to protect him. 

Other cast members joining Anjil, Shaun, Aidan and Archie, include Abhin Galeya as Indy’s husband Dev Sangar, Tobias Jowett as Sai Bajwa, Nethra Tilakumara as Nita Sangar, Angus Wright as Lionel Knight, Claire Goose as Romy, Adjani Salmon as Mac, Campbell Wallace as Bing and Precious Wuru Alabi as Xenia Cruz.

Co-produced by Parti Productions and Drama Republic, in association with All3Media International, Saviour has been written by Imran Mahmood, with Frances Poletti and Namsi Khan also writing episodes for the series.

Saviour will be produced by Matthew Patnick, directed by Leanne Welham and Annetta Laufer and executive produced by Peter Moffat and Nisha Parti.

Speaking about today's news, ITV’s Director of Drama, Polly Hill, said "I’m delighted to be working with Nisha Parti whose work I have long admired, and I’m really proud of the fact this is Imran Mahmood’s first TV drama."

"Alongside Nisha, we are lucky to have the brilliant Peter Moffat and the team at Drama Republic bringing this fantastic drama to screen.  The casting of Anjil, Shaun and Aidan is exceptional.  This is going to be a really exciting new drama that I am confident the audience will love."

In developing Saviour for ITV, Nisha Parti has worked closely with writer Imran Mahmood, a full-time criminal barrister, to create an authentic drama set in the world of the criminal justice system.

On Saviour, Nisha Parti said "I am so thrilled to see this show finally becoming a reality thanks to the brilliant talents of Imran and Peter. I’m grateful to Polly Hill for believing in the script at the very early stages of development, and for Drama Republic coming on board to help steer the ship smoothly. I’d also like to thank All3Media International and the Liverpool City Region Production Fund as our additional financiers."

"Having Anjli, Shaun and Aidan, as well as so many other talented and diverse names working with our two very classy female directors to complete the Saviour family is a dream come true. I cannot wait to share the show with everyone."

Known for producing The Boy with the Topknot, Nisha founded her production company to focus on producing commercial drama for the international market with a strong link to her Indian roots.  

The production is receiving support and investment from Liverpool Film Office through its Liverpool City Region Production Fund.

Saviour will air on ITV1