World Cup fever is building and the BBC has unveiled previously unseen photographs for the eagerly awaited drama Dear England.

The new four-part series starring former Doctor Who lead Jodie Whittaker portrays Gareth Southgate's efforts to secure the nation's most coveted prize in football.

The show is adapted from James Graham's critically acclaimed and award-winning stage play of the same title and will be accessible to watch on BBC iPlayer from 9pm on Sunday 24 May. The next two episodes will be available one week later.

In the trailer, Joseph Fiennes can be seen depicting the former England boss as he strives to usher in a fresh era with the England men's squad. Southgate assumes control as the team possesses the planet's most dismal penalty shootout record - including his own 1996 anguish on English turf during the Euros.

However, he assumes command and must broaden his perspective, while confronting decades of disappointment to guide England back towards glory. He confronts psychological barriers that appear to be preventing the nation that invented football from excelling at their own sport.

The 55-year-old performer, who previously received an Olivier Award nomination for his portrayal of the former England football boss in the West End staging, bears an uncanny resemblance to the ex-Middlesbrough player in the new photographs.

The fictionalised portrayal of the trials and triumphs of the England men's team has been crafted on the basis of thorough research and in-depth interviews. The stellar ensemble cast sees Fiennes joined by actress Jodie as England men's team psychologist Pippa Grange, reports the Mirror.

Will Antenbring takes on the role of Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane, The Crown's Jason Watkins portrays former FA chairman Greg Dyke, and John Hodgkinson plays former FA chairman Greg Clarke.

The Bay star Daniel Ryan is set to portray Steve Holland, the former assistant manager of the England men's team, while Fargo actor Sam Spruell will take on the role of fictional coach Mike Webster.

James Graham, who originated the stage production, has also penned the series, which is likewise directed by the play's director Rupert Goold and produced by Left Bank Pictures.

Dear England enjoyed a sell-out run at the National Theatre before transferring to the West End in 2023, going on to claim best new play at the Olivier Awards the following year.

Dear England will air May 24 at 9pm on BBC One