Star Wars & Dune Stars Lead A24 TV Show

The intersection of literary magic and high-concept science fiction is about to unfold on screen with the upcoming drama series, The Ministry of Time. This ambitious new venture, a collaboration between BBC and A24, is poised to capture the imagination by adapting Kaliane Bradley’s bestselling novel.

Leading the charge in this exciting adaptation are two compelling talents: Aoife Hinds and Billy Howle. Hinds will bring Sophy to the role, while Howle steps into the shoes of Commander Graham Gore. Their chemistry promises to anchor the complex, time-bending narrative.

Aoife Hinds brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously starred in acclaimed series like Dune: Prophecy, Normal People, and Derry Girls, showcasing her range in dramatic storytelling. Similarly, Billy Howle has built a strong reputation across cinema and television, having appeared in films such as Dunkirk and television series like Under the Banner of Heaven.

The series dives into the fascinating premise of The Ministry of Time, a novel concept where a new government rescues historical figures. These historical “expats” are brought into the present through time travel, tasked with learning about the modern world with the help of a special “bridge.”

The central conflict revolves around Sophy’s assignment: acclimatizing the Victorian polar explorer Commander Gore. What starts as a professional relationship quickly evolves into a forbidden romance, inevitably inviting unknown and perilous dangers as the characters navigate the shifting currents of time.

Director Lindsay Salt has helmed this six-part BBC drama, with Alice Birch crafting the screenplay. Birch also served as an executive producer alongside Aneil Karia and Jo McClellan, ensuring the story has both epic scope and intimate emotional depth.

Filming for the series is scheduled to begin soon in and around London, marking the exciting transition from page to screen. BBC is set to announce further casting details in due course as production prepares to bring this captivating world to life.