5 drama casts The X Factor icon opposite Coronation Street and Neighbours favourites
Dannii Minogue will be joining Kym Marsh and Jackie Woodburne in the four-part thriller series.
New 5 series Imposter was already notable for bringing together Coronation Street's Kym Marsh and Neighbours star Jackie Woodburne, but it's now set to be even more starry than first thought.
That's because Dannii Minogue, known for her presenting and judging roles on shows like The X Factor and I Kissed a Boy, is set to play a central role in the new drama.
This will mark Minogue's first acting role since 1990, when she finished playing Emma Jackson on Australian soap Home and Away.
According to The Sun, Minogue has already started filming on the four-part series, with the shoot taking place in Victoria, Australia.
The publication has also reported that her character will be one of the suspects in the show's central murder plot.
The synopsis for Imposter, which was first announced last week, says: "A splashy seaside hotel becomes the centre of a bitter family dispute as matriarch Helen refuses to sell, despite pressure from her three adult children.
"But Helen is hiding a secret: a daughter she gave up for adoption decades ago.
"When Amanda suddenly appears, Helen welcomes her with open arms – but is Amanda who she says she is? The lucrative hotel is the ultimate prize and a twisted scheme soon spirals into betrayal and, ultimately, murder."
When Imposter was first announced alongside a host of other new and returning shows for 5, Sebastian Cardwell, the deputy chief content officer and head of scripted for Paramount UK, said: "We’re incredibly proud to unveil this new slate of scripted commissions, which showcases the breadth and ambition of 5’s storytelling.
"From brand new thrillers and character-driven mysteries to the much-anticipated return of audience favourites, we’re continuing to build a rich and distinctive drama offering.
"These titles reflect our commitment to delivering compelling, accessible British drama that resonates with viewers across the UK. We look forward to announcing further titles in the coming months."
Imposter is coming to 5.
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James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
