Lucy Boynton | A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story

• Genre: Historical drama
• Based on: A Fine Day For Hanging: The Real Ruth Ellis Story by Carol Ann Lee
• Screenplay by: Kelly Jones
• Directed by: Lee Haven Jones
• Starring: Lucy Boynton, Toby Jones
• No. of series: 1
• No. of episodes: 4
• Executive producer: Kate Bartlett
• Producer: Angie Daniell
• Editor: David Fisher
• Production companies: Silverprint Pictures, ITV Studios
• Network: ITVX, BritBox
• Release: 17 February 2025

Ellis was the last woman to be executed in the United Kingdom. She was convicted of murder following the fatal shooting of her abusive lover.

Episode 1

When Ruth Ellis is arrested following the shooting of her lover David Blakely, we learn how the two became embroiled in a relationship.

Episode 2

When Ruth Ellis is arrested following the shooting of her lover David Blakely, we learn how the two became embroiled in a relationship.

Episode 3

Ruth, a condemned woman awaits her execution while grappling with memories of love, shattered hopes, and impending motherhood. Her attorney races against time for clemency as she confronts mortality and her unborn child's future.

Episode 4

In 24 hours, Ruth will be hanged. She finally tells her story to her lawyer. The truth has come out, but will it save Ruth?