Best Interests
Series 1
Created by: Jack Thorne
Network: BBC One
Season aired: 2023-06-12
Overview
Marnie has a life-threatening condition. The doctors believe it is in her best interests to be allowed to die, but her loving family disagree. And so begins a fight that will take them through every stage of a legal process, as they struggle to contemplate this huge decision. Who decides? And in whose best interests will it be?
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Episodes · 4
Episode 1
As Marnie's health deteriorates, doctors say it's in her best interests to stop care. Defiant, her parents prepare to fight their decision. But doubt soon grows — what is right?
Episode 2
Andrew wavers, finding himself at odds with Nicci. With their relationship under pressure, Nicci turns to a surprising place for help. Meanwhile, Katie is torn between her parents.
Episode 3
Nicci's campaign becomes national news, causing trouble for Katie. Andrew doubts his choice to leave. With court looming, Nicci’s team need evidence. How far will she go to win?
Episode 4
In court, hope for Nicci’s case, and a surprising victory, grows. Andrew is confronted about his past behavior. As the verdict nears, who will get to decide Marnie’s future?
