BBC viewers have been captivated by the crime drama series 'Jetty', now streaming on iPlayer, which stars former Doctor Who actress Jenna Coleman as Detective Ember Manning. This dark and twisty thriller is a must-watch for fans of 'Happy Valley', as Coleman's character is forced to confront her complicated past.
A Compelling Mystery Unfolds
Set in a small village, Detective Ember Manning must unravel how a fire at a holiday home connects to a podcast journalist investigating a cold missing person case and an illicit love triangle involving a man in his twenties and two underage girls. The series, which first aired in 2024, is a limited mini-series boasting an impressive cast, including Amelia Bullmore, winner of the Best Supporting Actress at the Crime Thriller Awards for her role in 'Scott and Bailey'. Tom Glynn-Carney (The King, Dunkirk) plays Ember's ex-partner Malachy, an enigmatic and morally ambiguous figure.
Critical Acclaim and Viewer Reactions
Cat Jones created this award-winning series as her first limited TV series. One viewer on IMDB praised the show for saying "important things about women's lives," noting that despite low ratings, the production is excellent with great acting. Another described it as a "gripping" drama that felt "unexpectedly hopeful," highlighting the outstanding performances by Jenna Coleman and Ruby Stokes. The cinematography and score were also lauded as breathtaking, perfectly complementing a storyline that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
The series masterfully balances tension, intrigue, and even comedy, delivering a compelling narrative about women navigating complex worlds and inner rage, while exploring personal flaws and moral ambiguities. 'Jetty' is streaming now on BBC iPlayer.
