ITV's 'Bancroft' Detective Thriller Earns Rave Reviews as 'Mesmerising' and 'Riveting'
The detective thriller Bancroft, available on ITVX, is receiving widespread acclaim from viewers who describe it as 'brilliant' and 'riveting'. With just seven episodes across two seasons, this series has become a perfect binge-watch, with many fans completing it in a matter of days.
Plot and Cast Details
Debuting in 2017, Bancroft features Sarah Parish in the lead role of Detective Superintendent Elizabeth Bancroft, who is drawn into a cold case involving a woman's murder from 1990. The investigation is assigned to her colleague DS Katherine Stevens, portrayed by Faye Marsay, and gradually uncovers connections to Bancroft's own dark past. The cast also includes Adam Long from Happy Valley, adding depth to the ensemble.
Viewer Reactions and Praise
Fans have flocked to platforms like IMDb to share their enthusiastic reviews, highlighting the series' compelling nature. One viewer praised it as 'brilliant', noting, 'Don't read into the negative reviews as this is a brilliant series with twists you're not going to want to believe, but give this a chance as you'll love it.' Another admitted, 'I started watching Bancroft because nothing else was on. I hadn't heard anything about it. After the first half an hour, I was hooked!' They added that each episode grew more intriguing, describing it as 'compelling, exciting, thrilling, and a good, solid drama'.
Further acclaim came from a viewer who called it 'riveting stuff', commenting on the excellent acting and casting, particularly noting a dramatic moment in season two. Another fan concluded, 'Having watched this powerful but different ITV police drama, it had me hooked from beginning to end. I watched the series on the ITV Hub within a period of three days.'
Character Insights and Availability
Sarah Parish offered insights into her character, describing Bancroft as a 'contentious anti-heroine' who is manipulative and strategic, always knowing how to achieve her goals. This complexity adds to the series' appeal, making it a standout in ITVX's extensive thriller catalogue. Bancroft is available to stream for free on ITVX, offering an effortless watch for enthusiasts of detective thrillers seeking a gripping narrative with unexpected twists.
