New BBC series filmed in Wales with Iwan Rheon and Ruth Jones set to release this weekend
A new psychological thriller filmed in Wales starring Iwan Rheon and Ruth Jones will be airing on BBC One and BBC iPlayer this Sunday, July 26
The series is adapted from Liz Jensen’s bestselling novel about a teenager accused of killing her mother, who claims she has the ability to predict disasters.(Image: BBC / Mammoth Screen)
A new psychological thriller that was shot in Wales will be airing on the BBC One and BBC iPlayer this weekend. The Rapture which stars Queen Charlotte’s India Amarteifio, Doctor Who’s Ruth Madeley, Game of Thrones’ Iwan Rheon, and Gavin and Stacey’s Ruth Jones will air on Sunday, July 26.
The series is adapted from Liz Jensen’s bestselling novel about a teenager accused of killing her mother, who claims she has the ability to predict disasters. The brief trailer released by the broadcaster depicts Ruth Madeley as forensic psychologist Gabs Fox, who is employed at a high-security psychiatric institution where she comes face to face with 17-year-old Bethany, portrayed by India Amarteifio.
A synopsis revealed: “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?”.
Queen’s Charlotte’s India Amarteifio plays 17-year-old Bethany who is accused of killing her mother(Image: BBC / Mammoth Screen)
The drama will also star The History Boys’ Stephen Campbell Moore, Lisa Palfrey from Sex Education and Siena Kelly from Black Mirror.
Additionally, Robert Rhodes from 28 Years Later and House of the Dragon will feature in the series, which the BBC has described as “a high-stakes thriller which crackles with danger”.
Lindsay Salt, director of BBC Drama, previously remarked on the series: “This thriller brings Liz Jensen’s compelling novel to life with a truly talented cast led by the brilliant Ruth Madeley and India Amarteifio.
Ruth Jones joins the star-studded cast (Image: BBC / Mammoth Screen)
“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.
“The Rapture is a hugely powerful and entertaining female led drama, which is charged with timely, important and deeply resonant themes,” said Rebecca Durbin, series executive producer for Mammoth Screen.
“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!” she added.
You can watch The Rapture on BBC One and BBC iPlayer on Sunday, July 26 from 9pm.
