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Minnie Driver Crime Drama Moves to UK Streamer
17 Feb
Summary
- The series follows a police officer helping his friend linked to a crime.
- Minnie Driver plays a matriarch of a ruthless British crime family.
- The show received mixed reactions in Canada before its UK release.
Crime drama fans are anticipating the UK arrival of 'The Murder Line,' starring Minnie Driver. This six-part series, originally titled 'The Borderline' in Canada, will stream on ITV and ITVX this spring. The show centers on Officer Henry Roland, who uncovers evidence connecting his childhood friend, Tommy Hawley, to a criminal case.
As Roland attempts to protect Hawley, he must navigate a perilous path, confronting a ruthless British crime family led by Minnie Driver's character, May Ferguson. The series, set against the backdrop of Ontario's Thousand Islands, also features Stephen Amell as Roland and Hamza Haq as Hawley.
While 'The Murder Line' garnered mixed reviews in Canada, with some viewers criticizing its unfocused storyline, others found it watchable, particularly appreciating the scenic shots. The series has been picked up for international distribution and is expected to attract a new audience in the UK. A US release date remains unannounced.
