Nicola Coughlan's two-part drama I Am Helen will take over Channel 4's 9pm slot from next Monday (November 16), following the series finale of legal drama Pierre tonight (November 9) at 9pm.
The law series, starring David Harewood as London solicitor Pierre Jeffreys, concludes its run as his search for answers, triggered by the suspicious death of his client Michael, draws him into a "chilling web of corruption". Tonight's finale brings his story to a close before the new anthology drama begins.
New Drama Explores Womanhood and Toxic Masculinity
I Am Helen is part of the acclaimed I Am anthology collection and stars the Bridgerton favourite as the title character. The new season explores "the experience of womanhood within a world shaped by masculine power, aggression, and control". Coughlan plays a woman who begins to question her relationship after a sudden change in her long-term partner's behaviour.
A synopsis reveals: "Told through a female lens, the story examines the pressures and expectations placed on women while confronting the realities of toxic masculinity and the damage it can create in modern relationships."
Viewers React to Trailer
Peaky Blinders star Joe Cole plays Helen's boyfriend of five years, Steve. With a week to go before the new drama airs, viewers have already shared their reactions on social media following the trailer's release in October. One wrote: "Chills chills chills, Nicola," while another commented: "This looks soooooo good Can't wait."
A further viewer added: "This looks incredible, heart-breaking and powerful. I can't wait," with a fourth remarking: "this gave me goosebumps!!!!". Another supporter posted: "These two acting together this is going to be a powerful watch. They are both incredibly talented! Especially with such a strong message and voices out there so many people know who they are to push awareness. So glad they have them both doing this together!"
Pierre's season finale airs tonight at 9pm on Channel 4. I Am Helen starts next Monday (November 16) at 9pm.
