The gripping thriller The Victim, starring Kelly Macdonald and John Hannah, is now available to stream for free on ITVX. The four-part drama, praised as "outstanding" and "a masterpiece" by viewers, centres on a mother accused of outing her son's killer's new identity online.
Plot and Cast
Set against the backdrop of Scotland's legal system, The Victim features John Hannah and Line of Duty's Kelly Macdonald. The story follows Anna Dean, portrayed by Macdonald, whose son was killed 15 years earlier. James Harkness plays Craig Myers, a man attacked after being identified online as a notorious child murderer. John Hannah appears as DI Steven Grover, who becomes involved in the criminal investigation.
"Hard working family man Craig Myers is the victim of a vicious attack, after being identified online as a notorious child murderer," a synopsis said. "Is he simply the tragic victim of mistaken identity; or the dangerous killer he is suspected of being? Opening on day one of a criminal trial in Edinburgh's High Court, The Victim follows the legal proceedings, while also covering the events leading up to the trial."
Filming Locations and Availability
The series was shot throughout Edinburgh, Glasgow, and the Inverclyde area. Originally premiering in 2019, it captivated audiences and can now be binged on ITVX. Viewers have shared rave reviews on platforms like IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes.
"This is an absolutely superb four part drama, that will have you moved, gripped and definitely captivated," one viewer shared on IMDb.com, noting it was "not to be missed." "A masterpiece that can never get the praise that it deserves," remarked another, while a further fan declared: "This was outstanding! Really gripping and relevant story line. Acting was great as was the camera work... Absolutely loved it!"
Critical Acclaim
"One of the most heartbreaking stories I have watched of late," remarked somebody else. "Outstanding script with superb acting! Gripping, holding in suspense with many twists. Just brilliant story telling. Story that will stay with me for a long time." Another fan commented: "A shocking and moving experience for the viewer with a last episode demonstrating the very best in television drama."
"This is soooo good!" another person said on review site Rotten Tomatoes: "Great fantastic acting just blew me away! Kelly Macdonald is brilliant.. they all are ! It's also very poignant!" They went on to describe it as "the best I've seen in a long time", while another viewer called the series "riveting" and "intense".
The Victim is available to watch on ITVX.
