'Superbly filmed' period series based on a true story with 'first-rate' cast is unmissable

If you're on the hunt for a new period drama to sink your teeth into, this BBC mini-series might just be the ticket. This comes after another series has been captivating audiences with its "doomed" love story and a wartime narrative with a strong cast, reports the Manchester Evening News.

The programme, which is based on a chilling true story, has received rave reviews from viewers.

One impressed viewer took to IMDb to share their thoughts: "Many are saying this is slow and it is, but its done in a masterful way which builds to the end that we all know. For me, what makes this a joy is the remarkable acting [sic]."

Another glowing review read: "Cannot believe anyone gave this less than 9/10! The suspense, mood, performances are the best thing I've seen for a very long time- including cinema, TV, or DVD."

A third fan gave it a perfect score, writing: "Despite the reality based subject matter, this is not an exploitational [sic] movie. Viewers seeking violence and gore will be disappointed.

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For the rest of us, it's a study of evil - its existence, its manifestation, and its consequences for innocent and guilty alike. Superbly filmed with a first-rate cast."

Another audience member warned in their review: "Oh boy this is not for the faint hearted."

They added: "I have wondered for many years why there had been no attempt to retell the grizzly story of the goings on at number 10 Rillington Place. The fabulous 1971 version featuring the marvellous Richard Attenborough will live on as a classic forever. So once again, well done BBC for retelling a story in such a thorough and compelling way."

Rillington Place, a limited series, offered a chilling recount of the real-life murders committed by John Christie (portrayed by Tim Roth) at the infamous address during the 1940s and 1950s. The BBC series was divided into three episodes, each centring on a different character.

The cast included Samantha Morton from The Walking Dead as Ethel Christie, Nico Mirallegro as Timothy Evans, and Jodie Comer from Killing Eve as Beryl Evans. This 2016 BBC series followed the 1971 Richard Attenborough and John Hurt film 10 Rillington Place.

Hollywood star Roth received much acclaim for his performance, with one viewer describing it as "A grimy, unsettling, and impeccably acted British miniseries about a famed series killer [sic]."

Another viewer praised both Roth and Morton's performances, stating: "Wow Tim Roth and Samantha Morton are just brilliant in this series based on real events, believe me you'll want to watch the whole series in one go, its so well worth it. Tim Roth is creepy but so damn good at it."

A third viewer echoed similar sentiments, saying: "Well......this was an outstanding retelling of the murders committed by the extremely creepy soft spoken Mr Christie who was brilliantly played by Tim Roth. It was a very dark, superbly written three-part drama."

Rillington Place is streaming on the BBC iPlayer now and UKTV’s U