Dougray Scott Returns in British Thriller Summerwater
The first trailer for Summerwater, a new Scottish thriller starring Dougray Scott and Shirley Henderson, has been released. The series is based on Sarah Moss' best-selling novel and premieres on Channel 4 this November.
Cast and Story
Dougray Scott leads the cast alongside Shirley Henderson, known for her role as Moaning Myrtle in the Harry Potter series. This six-part drama promises a gripping exploration of identity and mystery set against a Scottish backdrop.
Production and Creative Team
The adaptation was penned by John Donnelly, known for his work on Utopia, and directed by Robert McKillop and Fiona Walton. Channel 4 describes the show as "thrilling and compulsive" and "character-led."
"Summerwater is at once an atmospheric mystery, a hilarious and heartbreaking exploration of identity and an existential thriller. I am delighted to be working with the brilliant team at Freedom Scripted to adapt Sarah's wonderful novel for a broadcaster with such a pedigree for bold, ambitious drama."
Anticipation and Atmosphere
The trailer offers a tense and atmospheric glimpse into the show's many twists and turns, designed to captivate viewers and immerse them fully in the story.
Related Context
While Matthew Lewis, another Harry Potter alumnus, stars in the mystery series Murder Before Evensong, Summerwater is poised to be another must-watch British thriller featuring celebrated actors from the franchise.
Summary: Dougray Scott stars in Summerwater, a Scottish thriller adapted from Sarah Moss' novel, offering a tense, character-driven story praised for its atmospheric and emotional depth.