The four-part psychological thriller Platform 7, which has captivated audiences with its haunting narrative, is now available to stream free on ITVX. The series, starring Jasmine Jobson, Toby Regbo, Yaamin Chowdhury, and Coronation Street actress Sacha Parkinson, was first unveiled in 2024 and has since been described by viewers as "jaw-dropping" and "outstanding."
Plot and Cast
The drama follows Lisa (Jasmine Jobson), who witnesses a cataclysmic event on platform seven of a railway station. This event triggers fragmented memories that reveal a connection between her own life and the incident. The synopsis describes it as a "haunting thriller" blending supernatural elements with contemporary realism. Sacha Parkinson, known for playing Sian Powers on Coronation Street, portrays train station manager Melissa.
Source Material and Adaptation
Based on Louise Doughty's 2019 novel, the series was adapted by screenwriter Paula Milne. Milne emphasized that it is "no traditional ‘spooky’ ghost story," but rather "the tale of a ghost on a quest to discover who she was and the events that led to her untimely death." She added, "Her story is a celebration of indignation versus passivity and truth versus lies."
Viewer Reactions
Viewers have praised the series for its gripping storytelling. One IMDb reviewer wrote: "Jaw dropping and engaging. Amazing, troubling yet gripping. Great series that keeps you hooked, slow burn into intense sitting on the edge of your seat engagement." Another remarked: "From early on, the show sets up questions and suspense around the death of the lead - with good characters and a nice pace, I was gripped throughout. The final episode was particularly intense." A third viewer exclaimed: "A brilliant watch!!! It was my mum that said I need to watch this and it's very good. OMG I was hooked." Somebody else declared it "outstanding," adding: "I binged watched this! It's so well written and done, it's only a shame there was four episodes - great acting from all involved, this series had me gripped from start to finish." Another fan expressed hope for a second series: "Would love another series... Fantastic supernatural series, please give it a watch!!!!!! You won't be sorry."
Availability
Platform 7 is available to stream on ITVX.
