The first of a collection of dramas illuminating historical turning points. Inspired by true events, writer Ryan Craig tells the story behind the pioneering science that led to the birth of the first IVF baby.

At the heart of a story which celebrates the science and people involved is the working relationship between Physiologist, Robert Edwards and Obstetrician, Patrick Steptoe. Both mavericks who came into conflict with the establishment they conducted much of their ground-breaking research in a make-shift laboratory at the Oldham hospital where Steptoe worked and where John and Lesley Brown were finally to become parents.

Robert Edwards ….. Vincent Franklin
Patrick Steptoe ….. Pip Torrens
Lesley Brown ….. Katy Sobey
John Brown ….. Luke Allen-Gale
The Writer ….. Ryan Whittle
Ruth Edwards and Louise Brown ….. Katherine Press
Barry Bavister ….. Hasan Dixon
The Cambridge Master ….. Roger Ringrose
Jean Purdy ….. Kymberley Cochrane
Professor Höög ….. Ewan Bailey
Dr Hinton ….. Georgie Glen
The Vicar ….. Samuel James
Fiona ….. Leah Marks

Directed by Gemma Jenkins

This factually-based drama includes some imagined characters and scenes. Show less