Portraying Stonehouse in the ITV drama is none other than Matthew Macfayden who is best known for his roles in projects such as Succession, Anna Karenina, Quiz, Ripper Street and Pride and Prejudice.
Stonehouse’s first-wife will be played by Macfayden’s real-life wife actress Keeley Hawes who is known for Line of Duty, Finding Alice, The Bodyguard and Spooks where the pair first met.
His mistress Sheila is played by Emer Heatley who is new to the entertainment industry, having only previously starred in BBC’s Showtrial.
Stonehouse premieres on Monday, January 2, at 9pm on ITV.
