The Escape Artist, a gripping thriller starring David Tennant, is now available to stream on ITVX, offering a compelling watch for fans of Broadchurch and Shetland. The three-part series, originally released in 2013, has been praised as 'terrifying' and 'excellent' by critics.
Plot Overview
David Tennant plays Will Burton, a barrister renowned for never losing a case. His life takes a dark turn when he successfully defends murder suspect Liam, played by Toby Kebbell, who is accused of a brutal murder. After securing Liam's acquittal, Burton's brilliance backfires with chilling consequences as Liam begins stalking Burton's wife, Kate, portrayed by Ashley Jensen.
Critical Acclaim
The Guardian awarded the series a glowing review, describing it as 'creepy as hell', 'absolutely terrifying', and 'excellent', noting that it 'shows David Tennant at his best'. One fan commented online, 'I really like this, way better than Broadchurch.' Another viewer on Reddit said Tennant's character is 'very similar to Alec Hardy in a lot of ways' and called the series 'just as captivating as Broadchurch with a fantastic final episode'.
Viewer Reactions
Fans have expressed intense reactions to the series. One viewer admitted, 'I love the suspense and the twist I definitely didn't see coming the first time I watched it.' Another exclaimed, 'OMG I was screaming at the end,' while someone else said, 'my heart was hammering the whole way through.' On IMDb, a user declared it 'one of the finest televised dramas I have ever seen', and another called it 'slick and clever' and 'a really good watch'.
The Escape Artist is available to stream now on ITVX.
