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James Norton reunites with Happy Valley co-star in Netflix’s Joy, based on a remarkable true story


James Norton plays leading scientist Robert Edwards in the Netflix film Joy, based on the true story of “test-tube baby” Louise Joy Brown.

The streaming service has revealed that the popular Grantchester actor will play groundbreaking scientist Robert Edwards in the dramatisation of a true story. Of course, Happy Valley fans know him as villain Tommy Lee Royce, but he’s also famous for Grantchester, The Nevers, McMafia, and The Trial of Christine Keeler. Jack is the man behind brilliant dramas including the film Wonder, and the TV series Best Interests, His Dark Materials, and the heart-wrenching Stephen Graham Covid-drama Help.

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