Calling all Robson Green fans! The Grantchester star’s “terrifying” detective series, Touching Evil, is available to stream on ITVX now – and it’s a must-watch for crime drama fans.
This dark and gritty series, which ran for three seasons between 1997 and 1999, sees the Soldier Soldier actor play a haunted, maverick detective who uses unconventional methods to hunt for serial killers.
Nicola Walker (Unforgotten) also stars in the compelling and atmospheric series, which comes from award-winning writer Paul Abbott, creator of the acclaimed Channel 4 drama Shameless.
Keep reading to find out all you need to know, including what viewers have said about the show.
What is Touching Evil about?
The series follows DI Dave Creegan (Robson Green) and DI Susan Taylor (Nicola Walker), who work for the elite Organised & Serial Crime Unit (OSC), a rapid response police solving disturbing cases.
© Alamy Stock PhotoThe story focuses on DI Creegan, a troubled detective who will stop at nothing to hunt down dangerous criminals, with his instinct often trumping procedure.
In the first episode, DI Creegan is paired with DI Susan Taylor on his first day on the job. The duo are tasked with investigating the disappearance of three children. The ITVX synopsis continues: “He soon has a suspect – a scientist for a pharmaceutical company – but is there enough evidence?”
What have viewers said about the show?
The drama has been hailed as an “excellent” and “must-see” series by viewers.
In an online review on IMDb, one person wrote: “It’s dark, gritty, atmospheric, sometimes sad and sometimes heartbreaking. Bottom line: it’s fantastic,” while another added: “Well written and gritty, this is a top notch series with some stellar acting.”
© Tristan Fewings/Getty ImagesA third viewer commented on the dark subject matter, writing: “Every episode in this perfectly-dark series is haunted by the damaged, the deranged, and the diabolical. The crimes range from the creepy to the disturbing, even shocking. So, don’t expect an easy ride,” while another described the show as “terrifying”.
Who stars in Touching Evil?
Robson Green leads the cast as DI Dave Creegan. He’s joined by Nicola Walker (Unforgotten, The Split), who plays DI Susan Taylor.
Shaun Dingwall (Top Boy) also stars as DC Mark Rivers, alongside Michael Feast (State of Play) as Commander Stephen Enwright and Holly Earl (Humans) as Louise Creegan.
Seasons one and two of Touching Evil are available to stream on ITVX now.
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