Sophie turner plays professional jewel thief joan hannington, a real-life figure known as the godmother by certain aspects of the british criminal underworld. Premiering on the cw this week, “joan” tells the story of joan hannington, one of britain’s most notorious diamond thieves in the 1980s. All episodes now streaming.

Sophie turner stars as real-life 1980s jewel thief joan hannington, who is determined to attain the life she’s always desiredâ€no matter the cost. Sophie turner delivers a terrific performance as the title character, you really do see joan develop from a woman escaping an abusive partner, to a sophisticated jewel thief. Based on a true story, joan hannington becomes a master jewel thief in a bid to create a secure home for her daughter. Sophie turner, frank dillane, kirsty j. Curtis, gershwyn eustache jr. , laura …

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