American company HBO have announced that they will not continue their part in a co-production with the BBC on period drama Gentleman Jack.

The series, written by Sally Wainwright, tells the real life story of lesbian diarist Anne Lister and stars the phenomenal Suranne Jones and Sophie Rundle.

Critic and fan reviews have been consistently positive across both seasons but more importantly the show has had a massive cultural impact around the globe.

It has inspired festivals, tourism, artworks and more. A college has been named after Anne Lister, historical LGBTQ sites have been identified and recognised, historical documents such as Ann Walker’s journal have been uncovered, all because of the show! 

Gentleman Jack has actually changed lives; the BBC even commissioned and aired a documentary to this effect. It is a part of lesbian history, LGBTQ history, pride history. 

With all that’s happening in the world right now, with our rights being taken away, this is a time we need a show like Gentleman Jack the most. Representation matters so much, it is so important to so many people.

This petition is to show how much the fans of Gentleman Jack love the show. We are asking the BBC to find a way to continue Anne Lister’s story with Sally Wainwright and let this beloved creator finish the series on her own terms.

Please sign if you want to save Gentleman Jack!