First released in 2021, The Pact follows a group of friends whose lives take a dark turn when their boss is found dead. After they swear to keep their involvement a secret, lies, secrets, betrayal and blackmail begin to unravel.
The six-part series stars Julie Hesmondhalgh, known for Coronation Street and Broadchurch, alongside Laura Fraser, Eiry Thomas, Heledd Gwynn, Eddie Marsan and Jason Hughes.
What is The Pact about?
According to the official synopsis, 'when a young brewery boss is found dead', four of his employees are bound by a 'fragile pact of silence' that changes the course of their lives.
'Anna's police officer husband Max investigates Jack's unexpected death alongside his fierce superior DS Holland (Rakie Ayola) unaware that his own wife and her best friends are at the heart of a conspiracy,' the synopsis continues.
'While brewery worker Tish (Abbie Hern) becomes increasingly suspicious of her co-workers, Jack's estranged father Arwel struggles to conceal dark family secrets.'
What the cast say
Heledd Gwynn, who plays Louie, said: 'I love that she's impulsive. It's working out what those impulses are. I am quite controlling, I think, and I like to know what I'm doing. But she will fly. Suddenly something will happen and she will fly off the handle, or you'll think "oh she didn't react to that, that's interesting". She's not one thing, she's complex.'
Fan reaction
Viewers have called the show a must-watch since it first aired. One wrote: 'Amazing drama. One of the best drama's I've watched in a long time, the story line had a great twist and actor's were all amazing. Love it started to finish definitely be recommending to friends and family.'
Others have praised the production, the acting – particularly Laura Fraser – and the music, with one viewer saying the show was 'outstanding' from start to finish.
Series and where to watch
A second series followed in 2022, and in 2024 another series aired with a different plot and family. The Pact is available on BBC iPlayer.
