Series One was followed by three specials, ‘Train’ in November 2022, ‘Christmas’ in December 2022 and ‘Bad Egg’ on Easter Saturday 2023 on BBC One.
The series cast was led by Christopher Eccleston as Fagin and Billy Jenkins as Dodger.
Set in 1830s Victorian London, the series revolves around Jack Dawkins, better known as the Artful Dodger, and his exploits as part of Fagin's gang, prior to his introduction in Oliver Twist.
[2] Principal photography for the first series took place in Manchester and various locations around North West England.
[5] The Christmas Special was filmed at Luton Hoo doubling as Saffron Hill and St Alban's Cathedral as Westminster Abbey.