BBC viewers have devoured the new drama 'Two Weeks in August', with many binge-watching all eight episodes in a single day. The series, which premiered on BBC One on Saturday evening, follows a group of friends reuniting for a summer holiday that descends into chaos.
The show centres on Zoe, a chronic people-pleasing mother played by Jessica Raine, who witnesses a forbidden kiss during what was meant to be an idyllic getaway. The synopsis describes how Zoe begins to act on her deepest desires, leading to a reckoning for the group of adults who refuse to grow up.
As the friends become trapped on the island and face life-or-death situations, they turn on each other. The drama asks whether Zoe is responsible for the destruction or if larger forces are at play, set against the backdrop of Greece, the land of ancient gods.
The cast includes Damien Molony as Zoe's husband Dan, Nicholas Pinnock as friend Solomon, and Antonia Thomas as his wife Jess. Leila Farzad, Hugh Skinner, and Tom Goodman-Hill also feature. All episodes are available on BBC iPlayer, where audiences have already completed the series.
Viewers have praised the show online, calling it 'completely addictive' and 'brilliant'. One fan said: 'Just finished. Completely addictive.' Another commented: 'Binged on iPlayer. So uncomfortable and cringing at times so must be doing something right.'
