Brace yourself for another acting masterclass from Sheridan Smith as she steps into the shoes of bereaved mother Ann Ming in "I Fought the Law". It's a deeply moving portrayal of grief depicting Ming's tireless efforts to reform the Double Jeopardy law that let her daughter’s killer get away with murder, and her subsequent, 15-year fight for justice.
Heartbreaking but ultimately hopeful, our guide below explains how to watch “I Fought the Law” online and stream all episodes now and free from anywhere with a VPN.
"I Fought the Law" premieres on Sunday, August 31 at 9 p.m. BST.
• STREAM FREE — ITVX (U.K.)
• Aus — Stan
• Watch anywhere — try Norton VPN risk-free
Screenwriter Jamie Crichton adapts Ann’s non-fiction book “For the Love of Julie” into this compelling true-crime series, which recounts the shattering murder of her 22-year-old daughter Julie at the hands of former lover Billy Dunlop, subsequent police failures, mistrials, and Ann’s unwavering campaign to overturn a centuries-old law preventing someone from being tried twice for the same crime.
Incensed that her daughter’s killer walked free — and with Billy later admitting his guilt to a prison guard while in jail on a separate charge — Ann lobbied far and wide to reform the law. And, in 2005, she finally succeeded. Given substantial new evidence, Billy became the first person convicted under the revised legislation. Her influence on the criminal justice system was momentous, as upcoming documentary “I Fought The Law: The Ann Ming Story” explores in greater depth, resulting in landmark convictions against Stephen Lawrence’s killers, too.
Don’t miss this true-life story of tragedy and, eventually, triumph: our viewing guide explains how to watch “I Fought the Law” online free and wherever you’re located with a VPN.
How to watch ‘I Fought the Law’ online for free tonight
U.K. audiences can watch “I Fought the Law” tonight, on ITV1 from Sunday, August 31 at 9 p.m. BST or via Scotland’s STV channel. The limited series consists of four episodes in total, and these air weekly every Sunday and Monday evening.
Alternatively, you can stream every episode for FREE on demand with ITVX now, with every episode available from Sunday morning. However, you’ll need to ensure you have a valid TV licence if you chose to stream the show live online as it’s being broadcast.
For those temporarily outside the U.K. you can use a VPN to get around the geo-restrictions that prevent ITVX from working while abroad. Scroll down for more information and instructions.
Watch the ‘I Fought the Law’ online from anywhere
Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the show on your preferred streaming service?
You can still watch "I Fought the Law" thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear as if they're back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business wanting to watch their usual streams.
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Can I watch ‘I Fought the Law’ in the U.S.?
As far as we know, “I Fought the Law” hasn’t been acquired for broadcast in the U.S., though it might, like ITV’s recent true-crime drama “Until I Kill You”, be picked up for BritBox at a later date.
A U.K. citizen in North America? Connect to ITVX as normal from anywhere when you download a VPN service like Norton VPN.
How to watch ‘I Fought the Law’ online in Australia
“I Fought the Law” has been snapped up by streaming service Stan in Australia, with new episodes arriving from Monday, September 1 — just a day behind their U.K. release. You can subscribe to Stan from just $12/month for its basic plan.
NB: For those abroad when the show airs, considering purchasing Norton VPN. It’ll allow you to access your streaming subscription no matter your current location.
Can I watch ‘I Fought the Law’ in New Zealand?
While the true-crime series has been acquired by TVNZ for viewers in New Zealand, there's no news of an upcoming TV premiere or streaming release. Once “I Fought the Law” does arrive, Kiwis will be able to watch every episode on TVNZ Plus and completely free.
Can I watch ‘I Fought the Law’ in Canada?
Not right now unfortunately. While it’s been picked up in multiple European countries, Israel, Hong Kong, Australia and more, we’re not aware that any North American streamer has picked up “I Fought the Law” for distribution.
Traveling to Canada from the U.K.? Use a VPN to avoid geo-restrictions and connect to your usual regional services, regardless of where you’re currently located.
‘I Fought the Law’ trailer
‘I Fought the Law’ cast
- Sheridan Smith as Ann Ming
- Daniel York Loh as Charlie Ming
- Enzo Cilenti as DS Mark Braithwaite
- Victoria Wyant as Julie Hogg
- Marlowe Chan-Reeves as Gary
- Olivia Ng as Angela Ming
- Jake Davies as Matthew
- Aimée Kelly as Judith Morden
- Bryony Corrigan as WPC Elliot
- Buddy Wignall-Ho as Kevin
- Kent Riley as DI Keith Arnold
- Jack James Ryan as Billy Dunlop
- Andrew Lancel as Guy Whitburn QC
- Rufus Jones as Lord Goldsmith
‘I Fought the Law’ episode release schedule
You can watch all four episodes on-demand in ITVX right now, or catch it live via the linear ITV channel on the dates provided below:
- Episode 1: Sunday, August 31
- Episode 2: Monday, September 1
- Episode 3: Sunday, September 7
- Episode 4: Monday, September 8
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