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Joan: ITV drama introduces a magnetic anti-heroine you can’t help but root for

By Laura Minor, Lecturer in Television Studies, University of Salford
This article contains minor spoilers for episode one of Joan.

The new six-part ITV crime series, Joan, opens with The Pretenders’ rebellious rock anthem Brass in Pocket. It’s a fitting choice that immediately sets the tone for the series. As Chrissie Hynde’s vocals kick in, we’re introduced to our protagonist – a woman who, like the song, will soon exude self-assurance and a touch of defiance, even in the face of overwhelming adversity.
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