In a new true-crime drama, we find another gripping story penned by the author of The Pembrokeshire Murders. This extraordinary tale focuses on Delia Balmer (portrayed by Anna Maxwell Martin), a nurse who testified about a near-fatal assault by her boyfriend John Sweeney (Shaun Evans) in the 1990s. Her testimony was instrumental in convicting him for a later murder case.
In this poignant story, Lennie James and Sharon D Clarke breathe life into the intricately crafted characters from Bernardine Evaristo’s novel. The narrative follows an older Londoner of Antiguan descent whose hidden romantic relationship with his best friend is exposed in his later years, offering a bittersweet exploration of love and secrets.
It’s not surprising that, with Channel 5’s affection for Yorkshire, the creators of All Creatures Great and Small have sought out CL Skelton’s popular, grand rags-to-riches tale. The story revolves around the Graham family, who are portrayed by Julie Graham, the matriarch of a working-class family. Their transformation from a grimy fish market to a sprawling countryside estate is marked by both happiness and sorrow.
In this modern take on Frederick Forsyth’s ’70s suspense novel, Eddie Redmayne plays the main character, the assassin. The series, consisting of ten parts produced by Sky, is adapted by Ronan Bennett, known for “Top Boy.” The star-studded cast includes Lashana Lynch from “No Time to Die,” as well as Charles Dance and Richard Dormer, both previously seen on “Game of Thrones.
In a luxurious rendition of Jilly Cooper’s popular romantic novel, stars like David Tennant, Danny Dyer, and Aidan Turner take the stage. This tantalizing eight-part series set in the 1980s promises intrigue as deals are struck not only in boardrooms but also in bedrooms, making for a captivating watch that’s hard to resist.
Typically, Netflix viewers don’t have to wait much time for new Harlan Coben adaptations – and now, the streaming platform has revealed several first-glance images from the upcoming series inspired by his books.