The Sixth Commandment (TV series)

The Sixth Commandment is a British true crime drama television miniseries broadcast on BBC One in 2023. It dramatizes the events surrounding the murders of Peter Farquhar and Ann Moore-Martin in the village of Maids Moreton, Buckinghamshire. The series explores the manipulative relationship between Ben Field, a churchwarden and aspiring writer, and his elderly victims, focusing on the psychological manipulation and gaslighting tactics he employed to gain control over their lives and finances.

The series examines the complexities of faith, loneliness, and exploitation, and portrays the devastating impact of Field's actions on the victims' families and the wider community. It also delves into the police investigation and the subsequent trial, highlighting the legal and ethical challenges involved in prosecuting cases of coercive control.

The cast includes Timothy Spall as Peter Farquhar, Anne Reid as Ann Moore-Martin, and Éanna Hardwicke as Ben Field. The series received critical acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of the victims, strong performances, and insightful exploration of the themes involved. It was written by Sarah Phelps and directed by Saul Dibb.