AMC : SUNDANCE TV’S NEW COMPELLING ORIGINAL SERIES “THE SPLIT” PREMIERES WEDNESDAY, MAY 23 AT 10PM/9C

Network Releases Trailer for Six-Part Drama from Abi Morgan, Set in the Fast-Paced World of Divorce Law

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NEW YORK - April 11, 2018 - SundanceTV announced today its new high-stakes drama 'The Split,' from Primetime Emmy® and BAFTA-winning writer Abi Morgan ('River,' Suffragette, 'The Hour') and BAFTA-winning Executive Producer Jane Featherstone ('Broadchurch,' 'Humans,' 'River'), and directed by Jessica Hobbs ('Broadchurch') will premiere Wednesday, May 23 at 10pm ET/9pm C. The first episode will be available for free on Sundancetv.com and TVE platform for 30 days after premiere.

SundanceTV also released the first trailer for the series that stars Nicola Walker, Deborah Findlay and Annabel Scholey.

'The Split' is an authentic, layered and witty exploration of modern marriage and the legacy of divorce through the lens of the Defoes - a family of female lawyers at the heart of London's fast-paced and emotionally charged divorce circuit.

Esteemed divorce lawyer Hannah (Nicola Walker) quits the family firm when her mother, Ruth (Deborah Findlay), who is formidable both personally and professionally, refuses her promotion. Landing at a rival firm alongside old flame Christie (Barry Atsma), Hannah navigates scandalous affairs, big-figure settlements and fraught relationships battles - coming head-to-head with Ruth and her impulsive sister Nina (Annabel Scholey) in the bitter divorce of Goldie (Meera Syal) and multimillionaire husband Davey (Stephen Tomkinson). Meanwhile, the marriage of younger sister Rose (Fiona Button) looms on the horizon.

When their estranged father, Oscar (Anthony Head), returns after 30 years, the sisters are forced to confront their past. Facing the reality of her dad's abandonment, and reconnecting with 'the one who got away', Hannah begins to question her relationships with the men in her life - including her seemingly contented marriage to the smart and affable Nathan (Stephen Mangan).

Created and written by Abi Morgan, 'The Split' is produced by Sister Pictures for BBC One, co-produced with SundanceTV, and was commissioned by Piers Wenger, Controller of BBC Drama, and Charlotte Moore, Director of BBC Content. The series is executive produced by Sister Pictures Founder Jane Featherstone, creator Abi Morgan, director Jessica Hobbs ('Broadchurch,' 'Apple Tree Yard,' 'The Slap') and Lucy Richer for the BBC, with Lucy Dyke ('Black Mirror,' 'Ripper Street') producing.

About SundanceTV

Since its launch in 1996, SundanceTV has remained true to founder Robert Redford's mission to celebrate creativity and distinctive storytelling through unique voices and narratives found in the best independent films. From delivering critically acclaimed Emmy®, Golden Globe® and Peabody Award-winning television featuring some of the world's most talented creators and performers, to showcasing some of the most compelling and iconic films across genres and generations, SundanceTV is a smart and thought-provoking entertainment destination. SundanceTV is owned and operated by AMC Networks Inc.; its sister networks include AMC, IFC, BBC America and WE tv. SundanceTV is available across all platforms, including on-air, online at www.sundancetv.com, on demand and mobile.

About BBC Drama

BBC Drama offers something for everyone. It is unique, distinct, and captures the public's imagination by pioneering world-class work for a global audience. Working with the very best established and emerging talent, BBC Drama is the UK's industry leader in producing original British drama and home to the most ambitious shows. The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is operated in the United Kingdom, Isle of Man and Channel Islands.

About Sister Pictures

Sister Pictures is an independent production company, founded by Jane Featherstone in November 2015, to develop authored, bold and distinctive stories for UK and international audiences. Jane has executive produced some of the UK's most groundbreaking television including Spooks, The Hour, Utopia and Life on Mars. Sister's current projects include Clean Break, starring Sheridan Smith for ITV 1, The Power by award-winning writer Naomi Alderman, and The Bisexual, created by and starring Desiree Akhavan for Channel 4. Sister Pictures is also Co-producer of acclaimed drama Broadchurch for ITV, now in production of its third and final series.

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