Sam Neill's acclaimed legal drama Cape Rock Killer is now available to stream for free on ITVX, with the platform paying tribute to the late actor. Neill, who died aged 78 in Sydney, Australia, with his family describing the loss as "sudden and unexpected", is best known for roles in Jurassic Park, The Piano, and Peaky Blinders. However, this eight-episode Australian thriller has been praised as "clever and compelling" by viewers.
What Is 'Cape Rock Killer' About?
The series is the third instalment of The Twelve drama, each with a standalone narrative. Neill stars as defence barrister Brett Colby SC, who defends the husband of a lifelong friend accused of killing true-crime author and researcher Amanda Taylor. Taylor had been investigating the cold case of the "Cape Rock Killer", who murdered two teenagers in 1968. She began to suspect the man on trial, making him the prime suspect for both her murder and the unsolved killings.
Viewer Praise and Reactions
Fans have shared their praise on IMDb, with one viewer saying they "watched the whole 10 hours in one sitting, kept me gripped all the way". Others described themselves as "hooked" by the "fantastic acting" from Sam Neill. One viewer remarked: "This show was super interesting, always something going on & never boring!" Another commented: "This show is brilliant and riveting, honestly the best Australian drama limited series I've ever seen." A further viewer noted: "Australia films/tv dramas are not only rarely seen on British TV but also sadly underrated I'd like to see more of this quality."
Where to Watch
Cape Rock Killer is available to stream on ITVX, with the platform noting "Remembering Sam Neill" as a tribute to the Jurassic Park icon.
