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ITV viewers are now bingeing thriller hailed 'UK's answer to Breaking Bad'


Published on 2025-01-21 07:04:17 - Metro
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  • ITV 's latest thriller Out There has impressed viewers with its chilling plot and pitch-perfect performances. The six-parter starring Martin Clunes and Louis Ashbourne Serkis has proved itself to be the perfect January series, with praise filling social media.

The article from Metro discusses the growing popularity of the ITV thriller series "The Hunt for Raoul Moat," which has been hailed as the UK's answer to "Breaking Bad." The series, which aired in April 2023, has seen a resurgence in viewership as viewers are now binge-watching it on ITVX. It recounts the real-life events of 2010 when Raoul Moat, a former bouncer, went on a shooting spree in Newcastle after being released from prison, targeting his ex-girlfriend, her new partner, and a police officer. The drama has been praised for its gripping narrative, intense performances, and its exploration of themes like toxic masculinity, media sensationalism, and police response to crisis situations. The series has sparked discussions on social media, with viewers expressing their shock at the real events and admiration for the show's portrayal of the manhunt and its aftermath.

Read the Full Metro Article at:
[ https://metro.co.uk/2025/01/21/itv-viewers-now-bingeing-thriller-hailed-uks-answer-breaking-bad-22401763/ ]