In Contempt
As of September 22, 2026, In Contempt is a series that is in pre-production. Five production companies are attached, including Hartswood Films, ITV Studios (London) and STV Player. Attached are director Ed Bazalgette; writer Steve Thompson; executive producers Sue Vertue, Steven Moffat and 1 other; and producer Lawrence Till. Its listed shoot location is London, England. Production List last updated this listing on September 22, 2026.
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Project Summary
In Contempt is heading into pre-production for ITV, with Jodie Whittaker starring as barrister Olivia Savareid, a media law specialist whose career defending high-profile clients against defamation and social media attacks takes a dramatic turn. Written by Steve Thompson, known for Sherlock and Vienna Blood, the series explores the tension between press freedom and privacy rights in the digital age. Hartswood Films is producing in association with ITV Studios, with Sue Vertue and Steven Moffat executive producing alongside Thompson. Ed Bazalgette directs, with Lawrence Till producing. The series will begin filming in London in autumn 2026, with casting currently underway. ITV's Polly Hill commissioned the project, which will air on ITV and STV, streaming on ITVX and STV Player, with ITV Studios handling international distribution.
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Cast & Crew
Writing
| Writer | Steve Thompson |
Directing
| Director | Ed Bazalgette |
Production
| Executive Producer | Sue Vertue |
| Executive Producer | Steven Moffat |
| Producer | Lawrence Till |
| Executive Producer | Polly Hill |
Contact details for each person listed are on file and available to members.
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Source: Production List, published by the Film & Television Industry Alliance. Cite this page as https://www.productionlist.com/production/in-contempt (last updated Sep 22, 2026).