A good girl’s guide to murder FIRST LOOK: Anna Maxwell Martin puts on a very animated performance while filming the BBC drama with Emma Myers in Somerset on Wednesday

Anna Maxwell Martin was seen for the first time on the set of new BBC drama A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder in Somerset on Tuesday.

The 46-year-old actress appeared to be in great spirits as she made faces and giggled with crew members between takes.

Anna stepped out for the outdoor shoot in a leggy striped shirt dress and appeared in a pair of comfortable black Gucci sandals.

She then donned a pair of suede ankle boots for scenes in the six-part series alongside Wednesday star Emma Myers, 21.

The Netflix star, who leads the cast, gave a quick glimpse of her toned figure in a crop top and jeans before later changing into pajamas.

Hard at work: Anna Maxwell Martin, 46, was seen for the first time on the set of new BBC drama A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder in Somerset on Tuesday

Fun times: The actress appeared to be in great spirits as she made faces and giggled with members of the crew between takes

Toned: Wednesday star Emma Myers, 21, showcased her trim waist in a white crop top and jeans

Adapted from Holly Jackson’s hugely successful mystery thriller, this film tells the story of determined Pip Fitz-Amobi (Emma), who is determined to prove the innocence of a murderer.

The cast also includes Zain Iqbal and is directed by Dolly Wells.

Writer Holly Jackson said: “I’m incredibly excited that Emma is our Pip.” She’s phenomenal and this role really was always meant for her. And we found our perfect Ravi in ​​Zain’.

“I can’t wait until we can all see their scenes.” “I smile every time I see them together because I know we’ve done the impossible, and Emma and Zain are the only two people who I would trust to bring these characters to life.”

Adding: “Everyone will be as excited as I am.”

It came after Anna went public with a new romance last year when she shared a kiss with a mystery man while out shopping.

The Motherland star was previously romantically linked to cinematographer Rich Cornelius, who she met while filming Sky police comedy Code 404.

It was her first public relationship after her split in 2020 from Notting Hill director Roger Michell, the father of her two daughters.

A source said at the time The sun about her relationship with Rich: “Anna is thrilled with Rich and happier than ever.”

Chic: Anna looked leggy for filming in a striped shirt dress and appeared in a pair of comfortable black Gucci sandals

Heels: She then changed into a pair of suede ankle boots for the scenes in the six-part series

Cuddling: In another scene, the characters hugged each other

Hot thing: Anna shielded her eyes behind oversized sunglasses

Scorcher: Emma was then seen in her pajamas, cooling herself down with a hand fan

Snap! Anan also posed for photos with excited locals

“It’s still early, but they’ve both fallen hard.” “All her friends are happy that she’s found love again.”

Anna was married to the director Roger from 2002 to 2020 and they have two daughters together.

During an interview with You Magazine, she announced their breakup, saying, “I made him fall in love with me.” But you know, we’re not together anymore.

“Our marriage is over and we’ve been separated for quite some time.” I haven’t really talked about it because it’s not fair to everyone involved.

Bag Lady: On the way to set she packed the essentials in a vinyl bag

Drama: Based on Holly Jackson’s hugely successful mystery thriller, the series tells the story of determined Pip Fitz-Amobi (Emma), who is determined to prove the innocence of a murderer

Delighted! Writer Holly Jackson said: “I’m incredibly excited that Emma is our Pip.” She’s phenomenal and this role really was always meant for her. And we found our perfect Ravi in ​​Zain’

“There are four children to think about.” It took a huge amount of time, but we’re all getting through it safely.”

When asked how she was doing with her independence back then, Anna added: “I’m definitely not a single working mother.” Roger is incredible. I feel incredibly supported.

“He’s great and we have a great nanny too and my mom helps with the girls so it’s all good.”

“Roger was and is very special in my life…When I met him he felt like my person, even though things don’t always work out. ‘But you move on with your life.’

A year after their separation, Roger died at the age of 65.