Crime drama Patience, which comes from Eagle Eye Drama, the production company behind The Couple Next Door, Professor T and Hotel Portofino, has now had its release date confirmed - and viewers don't have too long to wait.
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The six-part series will start airing in January 2025, so will be something to look forward to come the New Year.
The first episode will arrive on Wednesday 8th January on Channel 4, with the second episode airing on Thursday 9th January at 9pm.
As was announced in summer 2024, the series stars Malpractice's Ella Maisy Purvis as Patience Evans, a young autistic woman and self-taught criminologist who works in the criminal records department of Yorkshire Police.
The drama follows her as she is recruited by a detective, Bea Metcalf, played by Better Call Saul's Laura Fraser, who recognises her talents and decides to put them to better use.
Ella Maisy Purvis as Patience. Channel4/EagleEyeDrama/RobertViglasky
The series, which also stars Doctor Who's Ali Ariaie and Trying's Nathan Welsh, has been said to offer a "unique and authentic perspective on neurodiversity", as it sees Patience attending regular support groups for autistic adults.
All neurodivergent characters within the show are played by neurodiverse actors.
When it was first announced, Purvis said of the series in a statement: "I'm incredibly honoured to bring Patience Evans to life in this groundbreaking drama.
"Audiences can look forward to an authentic representation of a young autistic woman that is written with nuance and detail, but also that challenges the norms of the neurotypical world.
"Patience is a character full of depth, intelligence, and an unwavering passion for justice, and I can't wait for viewers to join her on this thrilling journey."
Meanwhile, Fraser added: "Patience is full of intriguing mysteries and unusual crimes, but also looks at detective Bea Metcalf's working relationship with a young woman who experiences life in a different way to her own, and also the friendship that develops between them."
Professor T, Hotel Portofino and The Couple Next Door are all set to return for additional seasons, with the latter bringing in a new cast and telling a new story, with only Hugh Dennis's character Alan currently expected to be back.
Patience will begin airing on Wednesday 8th January on Channel 4, with the second episode airing on Thursday 9th January at 9pm.
James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
