A BBC period drama originally broadcast in 2015 has found a new wave of appreciation, now available to stream on Prime Video. The seven-part series, adapted from Susanna Clarke's bestselling novel, has been hailed by viewers as a masterpiece.
Set in an alternate history during the Napoleonic Wars, the show follows Mr Norrell and Jonathan Strange, two magicians who use their powers to help England. The cast includes Eddie Marsan, Marc Warren, Charlotte Riley and Bertie Carvel, with the storyline charting a dangerous battle between two great minds.
The series holds a 92% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, matching the score achieved by Downton Abbey. Critics were equally impressed upon release, with Digital Spy labelling it an 'epic' drama and The Independent declaring it a 'real treat'.
Viewers have shared their enthusiasm on IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes, with one describing the show as 'spellbinding' and another saying it is 'BBC drama at its very best'. The series, praised for its acting, costumes and direction, is now streaming in full on Prime Video.
