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BBC One’s The Serpent: Festive drama inspired by true crime story

We can't wait to see The Serpent on BBC One!

BBC One’s biggest new drama over the festive period could well be The Serpent.

This week, the channel announced its slate of new Christmas and New Year shows.

And in among the list is this eight-part crime drama.

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But what’s it about and when is it on?

Jenna Colemand and Tahir Rahim star in BBC One's The Serpent
The Serpent on BBC One will be a festive highlight(Credit: BBC)

What is BBC One show The Serpent about?

The BBC says the drama is inspired by real events.

It’s the “remarkable” story of how Charles Sobhraj became one of Interpol’s most-wanted people in the 1970s.

Up and coming actor Billie Howle stars in BBC One's The Serpent

Ellie Bamber stars in BBC One's The Serpent

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