'The Fall', a BBC crime drama hailed as a 'masterpiece' and 'much better than The Dark', is now available to stream on Netflix. The series originally aired on BBC Two over a decade ago and features Hollywood icons Gillian Anderson and Jamie Dornan.
What is 'The Fall' About?
Set in Belfast, the psychological thriller follows Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson (Gillian Anderson) as she hunts a serial killer targeting professional women. The killer is Paul Spector (Jamie Dornan), a seemingly ordinary family man leading a double life. The series explores the parallel lives of hunter and hunted.
Comparison to 'The Dark'
'The Dark', an ITV serial killer drama based on GR Halliday's 'From the Shadows', airs Sundays and Mondays at 9pm. It follows a detective hunting a killer in the Scottish Highlands. However, many fans argue that 'The Fall' surpasses it. One IMDb user wrote: 'A fantastic thriller. Not seen anything as good as this ever. Addictive and a must-watch!' Another commented: 'The Fall is superb, and is a highly gripping and intense thriller.'
Critical Acclaim and Fan Reactions
On IMDb, 'The Fall' has been described as 'TV at its best'. One viewer said: 'We were drawn so far into the story line - sat on the edge of our seats - this is the most perfectly executed programme I have seen - EVER!' Another added: 'This is the best police drama I've seen in years. Acting is terrific, characters are complex, and the deliberate pacing is nerve-wracking.' According to fans, 'The Fall will be rated one of the best crime dramas ever in years to come.'
Where to Watch
'The Fall' is now streaming on Netflix, giving new audiences the chance to experience the critically acclaimed series. Gillian Anderson is known for 'The X-Files' and 'Sex Education', while Jamie Dornan is famous for the 'Fifty Shades' franchise.
