Shameless star looks totally unrecognisable as he transforms for new ITV role
ok.co.ukThirteen years on since his iconic turn in Channel 4's Shameless, David Threlfall is barely recognisable with his grey hair and bushy beard in the new ITV drama Passenger.The 70 year old actor, who was famous for playing Frank Gallagher in the irreverent comedy series, looked worlds away from his old character in new photos snapped on set.
In pictures from the upcoming show, David stars as Jim Bracknell, and was spotted wearing a hi-vis jacket, brown beanie hat and orange shirt - a far cry from his former alter-ego Frank, who was often spotted with a can and cigarette in hand, and best known for sporting long brown hair.
David's latest role sees him star in Passenger, a brand new ITV drama set in the made-up northern town of Chadder Vale and stars Wunmi Mosaku and Rowan Robinson.
David also works with fellow Shameless star Sean Gilder who played Paddy Maguire, After Life's Jo Hartley and Corrie's Debbie Rush, who was Anna Windass in the soap, reports the Mirror.The new six-part series, Passenger, is penned by Andrew Buchan, known for his role in Broadchurch.The show is produced by Northern Sister, a part of the Sister Group, which has previously worked on hits like Chernobyl and This Is Going to Hurt.The story revolves around a tight-knit community who are reluctant to face their fears of change, outsiders, and the unknown.
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