The BBC has released the first trailer for an upcoming psychological thriller, The Rapture, filmed in Wales and starring Ruth Madeley, India Amarteifio, and Gavin and Stacey's Ruth Jones. The series is adapted from Liz Jensen's bestselling novel about a teenager accused of murdering her mother, who claims she can foresee disasters.
Trailer and Plot Details
The short trailer introduces Ruth Madeley as forensic psychologist Gabs Fox, working at a maximum security psychiatric facility where she meets 17-year-old Bethany, played by India Amarteifio. A warning is issued that the youngster is "very dangerous," though Bethany asserts: "We are all here to find the truth."
A synopsis from the BBC teases: "Bethany was convicted of murdering her mother but claims she is innocent. She is estranged from her father Leonard (played by Sam Hazeldine), who is the charismatic leader of an influential religious movement. Bethany tells Gabs that she has psychic powers and can predict the future - but what will it take for Gabs to believe her? And if Bethany didn't kill her mother, then who did?"
Cast and Production
The cast also includes Stephen Campbell Moore from The History Boys, Lisa Palfrey from Sex Education, and Siena Kelly from Black Mirror. Robert Rhodes, known for 28 Years Later and House of the Dragon, also appears. The BBC describes the show as "a high-stakes thriller which crackles with danger."
Lindsay Salt, director of BBC Drama, commented: "This thriller brings Liz Jensen's compelling novel to life with a truly talented cast led by the brilliant Ruth Madeley and India Amarteifio. The Rapture features two complicated and captivating characters, blended with a story of climate change, to create a gripping narrative and I can't wait for BBC viewers to see it."
Rebecca Durbin, series executive producer for Mammoth Screen, added: "The Rapture is a hugely powerful and entertaining female led drama, which is charged with timely, important and deeply resonant themes. The chemistry between Ruth and India is utterly compelling and their passion for the project is unrivalled - we cannot wait to bring it to the screen alongside the BBC and Creative Wales thanks to this phenomenal cast!"
Release Information
The Rapture will air on BBC iPlayer and BBC One.
