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ITV's The Lady aired its first episode tonight, and fans were left saying the same thing just minutes into the Sarah Ferguson drama.

The four-part true crime drama follows the tragic life of Sarah Ferguson's royal aide, Jane Andrews, whose rise and fall culminated in a brutal murder.

The synopsis for the first episode of the true crime drama reads, "Working-class woman Jane Andrews wants more for her life and is unlucky in love.

"On the brink of losing all hope, she receives a letter inviting her to interview for a job with Sarah, Duchess of York, at Buckingham Palace. Securing the job, she moves to London - but life in the palace is gruelling, and Jane struggles to fit in, but she and Sarah find common ground in their experiences of love and betrayal."

Mia McKenna-Bruce plays the role of Jane Andrews in the ITV series, while Natalie Dormer transformed into the role of Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York.

Just minutes into the first episode, viewers were quick to share their thoughts on social media, with many calling it "poor taste" and "bad timing".

"Quite possibly, the worst-timed launch of a TV series, ever. #thelady," one viewer said while another asked, "Was it the best time to show #TheLady, considering all the controversy around Andrew Windsor and Sarah Ferguson?"

A third stated, "ITV couldn't have timed this any better. It's pretty good too #TheLady."

Someone else agreed, "Bad taste at the moment showing anything to do with Sarah Ferguson," while another said, "I don't think this drama could have been timed any better #TheLady."

Viewers also praised the drama, with one writing, "Ok tunes have me hooked already....."

Another echoed, "#thelady ok 15 mins in and I'm hooked! Quality-made drama."

The second episode, which airs tomorrow night and is available to watch on ITVX, reads, " Jane meets dashing businessman Luis Castillo and the two begin a relationship, but tensions soon erupt on a holiday in Greece and she becomes increasingly unstable.

"As Jane's carefully constructed composure starts to fracture and puts her position with the duchess at risk, a lifeline appears in the shape of the charismatic Tommy Cressman."

The third instalment will then air next Sunday at 9pm on ITV.

The Lady airs tomorrow night at 9pm on ITV, and it is available to watch now on ITVX.

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