Deadwater Fell – when does it start and what’s it about?
IT'S already being touted as the new Broadchurch, so get ready to say goodbye to your Friday nights with new drama Deadwater Fell.
The series is headed up by David Tennant and tells the story of a seemingly happy family who are murdered in a devastating fire.
What is Deadwater Fell about?
When a seemingly perfect and happy family is murdered by someone they know and trust, the small Scottish community they call home becomes riven with doubt and suspicion.
A fire sees four die - and only one survivor.
Those closest to the family begin to question everything they thought they knew about their friends.
Deadwater Fell follows two families in the fictional village of Kirkdarroch in the aftermath of a horrific crime.
Who’s in the cast of Deadwater Fell?
The show has a star cast, which includes:
- David Tennant plays Tom Kendrick - The actor plays the local GP, who is one of the most trusted people in his town. David is no stranger to gripping dramas having thrilled audiences in ITV's Broadchurch.
- Anna Madeley stars as Kate Kendrick - Anna plays Tom's wife Kate, who is a teacher at the local primary school. Viewers might recognise the actress from Sky Atlantic's Patrick Melrose.
- Matthew McNulty plays Steve Campbell - The actor plays police sergeant Steve who isn't quite used to investigating such violent crimes. Matthew is known for The Bay and Cleaning Up.
- Cush Jumbo stars as Jess Milner - The actress plays Kate's best friend and co-worker at the primary school. She is known for Vera and Doctor Who spin-off Torchwood.
Get the FULL list of the cast here.
Where is Deadwater Fell filmed?
The small Scottish village of Kirkdarroch which is rocked by the tragedy is actually fictional.
However, the show was filmed in Scotland.
A lot of the filming took place in the East Ayrshire villages of Dunlop and Kilbarchan in Renfrewshire.
Culzean Country Park and Culzean Beach were also used.