BBC viewers searching for a new thriller can now enjoy Two Weeks in August, a gripping series that debuted today. The show features Jessica Raine, best known for her role as Nurse Jennifer Lee in the BBC medical drama Call the Midwife, as the lead character Zoe.
Plot Overview
Written and created by Catherine Shepherd, known for Sally4Ever, the series follows a group of friends reuniting for a summer holiday in Greece. What begins as a perfect retreat quickly descends into chaos after an illicit kiss. A synopsis teases: "Set in Greece, Two Weeks in August tells the story of a woman who goes on holiday with her family and friends to rediscover joy in her life. But, here in paradise, what starts with an illicit kiss quickly turns the dream vacation into a nightmare."
"Zoe begins to act on her deepest desires and the holiday she hoped for becomes a reckoning for a group of adults who refuse to grow up. When they discover they are trapped on the island, and become faced with real life-or-death situations, the group soon turn on each other to find out who is to blame. Is Zoe responsible for the drama and destruction around her or, as heaven turns to hell, are bigger forces at play? We are in Greece after all, the land of the ancient Gods..."
Cast and Characters
Alongside Jessica Raine, the cast includes Damien Molony (known for Brassic and Bergerac) as Dan, Antonia Thomas (The Good Doctor, Misfits) as Jess, Nicholas Pinnock (Marcella) as Solomon, Leila Farzad (I Hate Suzie) as Nat, and Hugh Skinner (Fleabag) as Jacob. The ensemble also features Dolly Wells (Dracula), Tom Goodman-Hill (Baby Reindeer), Dylan Brady (Mary & George), Maria Almeida (Gangs of London), Khalil Gharbia (The Lost Boys), Florence Banks (The New Look), Sonny Poon Tip (Industry), and Cassius Hackforth (Doctor Who).
Fan Reactions
The BBC shared a teaser on Instagram, prompting excitement from viewers. One fan commented: "This looks brilliant! Cannot wait." Another wrote: "Can’t wait!!!" with clapping emojis. A third added: "Looks good!" while another said: "This looks absolutely fantastic. I cannot wait to watch it."
Two Weeks in August is now available to stream on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
