Vardy v Rooney: A Courtroom Drama is coming to Channel 4 and will explore the trial that had us all gripped ever since the saga unfolded on social media in 2019. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
star Chanel Cresswell will play Coleen Rooney.star Dion Lloyd and Jamie Vardy by newcomer Marci Nagyszokolyai. Michael Sheen is also confirmed to play the part of Coleen Rooney’s barrister David Sherborne. The Bafta-nominated actor has history in playing real-life figures, depicting everyone from Tony Blair to Chris Tarrant on screen.
The real-life Sherborne is known for representing high-profile clients including Johnny Depp, Kate Moss, Sienna Miller and the late Diana, Princess of Wales, as well as for his exuberant personality and perma-tan that has seen him nicknamed “orange sherbert” by associates.Simon Coury is set to play Vardy’s lawyer Hugh Tomlinson KC, whose clientele has included a string of footballers including David Beckham, Rio Ferdinand and Ashley Cole, as well as King Charles III.
, this High Court case gripped the nation. Now, using court transcripts, this factual dramatisation will allow viewers to see for themselves the courtroom drama in one of the most infamous trials of recent times, bringing to life a case that encapsulated so much about the British cultural landscape in the 21st century.”
Finally, Tom Popay, creative director at Chalkboard, who is producing the drama, said: “The #WagathaChristie phenomenon has become one of the most talked about moments in the history of social media. “The court case that followed has captivated the entire nation but very few people actually got to see what happened inside the courtroom. We’re excited to bring the trial to life in such a unique way and we’re hoping we can get to the bottom of how this case fascinated and amazed so many.”Sign up for the latest news and must-read features from Stylist, so you don't miss out on the conversation.
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