Martin Freeman has praised the 'The Responder' writer Tony Schumacher for his "unique and honest" scripts.
Martin Freeman
The former 'Sherlock' and 'The Hobbit' actor is currently filming the upcoming BBC One drama - which has been written by the former police officer - as he takes on the role of Chris, an unconventional urgent response officer tackling night shifts in Liverpool.
Martin said: "Tony Schumacher’s scripts were so unique and honest that I knew very quickly that I wanted to be a part of 'The Responder' and take on the role of Chris.
"No one writes like Tony and it has been exhilarating inhabiting the world he has created.”
The synopsis reads: "Whilst trying to keep his head above water both personally and professionally, Chris is forced to take on a new rookie partner Rachel (Adelayo Adedayo).
"Both soon discover that survival in this high pressure, relentless, night-time world will depend on them either helping or destroying each other."
And writer Tony admitted Martin was top of his wish list when it came to casting his lead character.
He added: "My fantasy casting when I was writing the character of Chris in the Responder was Martin Freeman.
"Seeing that fantasy become reality is beyond exciting. Martin is one of the great British actors.
"He brings such a well of talent and humanity that breathes magic into the words I've been lucky enough to give him.
"I can’t wait for audiences to get to see his performance in this role, it’s one I feel very lucky to have had a front row seat for.”
Filming is currently taking place in and around Liverpool City Region, with the likes of 'Tin Star' pair Ian Hart and Kerrie Hayes joining the cast with 'The Witcher' star MyAnna Buring and 'Luther' actor Warren Brown.
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