"Is ITV's 'Frauds' Inspired by True Events? Uncover the Real Story Behind Suranne Jones and Jodie Whittaker's Latest Series!"

Jodie Whittaker and Suranne Jones are joined by a range of familiar faces in their new thriller, Frauds.

Here’s everything you need to know about the series and how to watch it.

Suranne Jones and Jodie Whittaker star in ITV’s Frauds Suranne plays Bert and Jodie portrays Sam in the heist series The show premiered on October 5, 2025

The series follows two former partners in crime who reunite for one final daring heist after one of them is released from prison on compassionate grounds.

The synopsis for the series states: “Bert and Sam set out on the most audacious art heist, assembling a talented team of misfits to assist them in planning this bold crime.

“As the team faces numerous obstacles before executing the heist, it’s the power struggle between Bert and Sam that threatens to unravel their plans and destroy them both.

“Set against the stunning rolling hills of southern Spain and the dark criminal underworld that looms over the sparkling coast, Frauds is a complex and gripping tale of friendship, deception, and survival.”

The series combines dark comedy with the cinematic heist genre, all set against the picturesque backdrop of southern Spain — but is it based on a true story?

When is Frauds airing?

Frauds premiered at 9 PM on ITV1 on Sunday, October 5, 2025.

The series consists of six episodes that will air on consecutive Sunday and Monday nights over a three-week period.

All episodes are also available for streaming on ITVX.

Is Frauds inspired by real events?

Frauds is a fictional creation by Suranne Jones and her co-writer.

The storyline centers around Bert, who has spent ten years in a Spanish prison and is released due to a terminal cancer diagnosis.

Upon her release, she reconnects with her former partner Sam to orchestrate a multi-million-pound art heist.

While the series captures the essence of real criminal activities, it is not based on a true crime or real-life narrative.

Who is in the Frauds cast?

Frauds tells the story of Bert and Sam, whose tumultuous friendship will be put to the ultimate test.

Bert attempts to draw her friend out of retirement to execute a multi-million-pound art heist.

Suranne Jones stars as Bert, the career criminal recently released from prison.

The cast of ITV’s Frauds

features as Sam, her estranged former accomplice.

Elizabeth Berrington, known for Lost Boys and Fairies, plays a master illusionist, while Karan Gill from I May Destroy You portrays the world’s foremost forger.

features as drag performer Miss Take, and Christian Cooke plays the role of moneylender Deegs.

The cast of Frauds is a diverse ensemble of British and Spanish actors, reflecting the series’ international setting — the show was filmed in Spain.

Frauds was created and executive produced by Suranne Jones and Anne-Marie O’Connor.

The complete cast list is as follows:

• Jodie Whittaker as Sam
• Suranne Jones as Bert
• Elizabeth Berrington as Jackie Diamond
• Lee Boardman as The Great Diavolo
• Christian Cooke as Deegs
• Kate Fleetwood as Celine
• Talisa Garcia as Miss Take
• Karan Gill as Bilal
• Horacio Colomé as Miguel
• Thais Martin as Sam’s long-lost daughter
• Nansi Nsue as Amaya
• Abdul Salis as Mateo
• Victor Solé as Carlos Pérez
• Javier Taboada as Blas
• Karise Yansen as Komet

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