Grosse Pointe Garden Society, the gripping crime drama branded a 'masterpiece' by viewers, has landed on ITVX and is now available to stream for free. The 13-episode series, which first aired in the US last February, follows four wealthy members of a suburban garden club in Michigan who desperately try to hide a deadly secret after becoming entangled in a killing.
The ensemble cast includes Melissa Fumero, Aja Naomi King, Ben Rappaport, AnnaSophia Robb, Matthew Davis, Alexander Hodge and Nancy Travis. The official synopsis describes how the characters' lives become intertwined by 'scandal, mischief and a shared secret - a murder no one wants to talk about', as they struggle to maintain their perfect facades.
Viewers have heaped praise on the series, calling it 'absolutely one of the best shows I have seen in a while' and a 'great guilty pleasure'. One fan described it as 'a delicious mix of dark humor, mystery, and suburban drama', comparing it to Desperate Housewives meets Big Little Lies with a gardening twist. Another labelled it 'stylish, addictive, and way more fun than it has any right to be'.
Despite the acclaim, NBC opted not to renew the show for a second season, leaving fans disappointed, particularly due to a cliffhanger ending involving a duck costume at a Halloween party. Viewers expressed frustration, with one writing, 'My disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined'. Actress Melissa Fumero also shared her disappointment on Instagram, saying she will 'forever be proud of what we made'.
