David Leon and Ashley Walters star in 'In the Dark'

The ‘Crime Drama’ genre is a popular one with viewers with a variety of programmes to choose from, particularly by the BBC. Successful dramas in such a competitive environment require a strong cast and equally robust plotting. Fortunately ‘Into the Dark’ possesses both... David Leon and Ashley Walters. 

‘In the Dark’ is a four-part series adapted from the novels by Mark Billingham and stars MyAnna Buring (Ripper Street, Downton Abbey) as Helen Weeks, a feisty yet fragile detective. Alongside Yakers David Leon and Ashley Walters, Matt King, Clive Wood, Emma Fryer, Jamie Sives, Pearce Quigley, Sinead Matthews and Jessica Gunning all feature.

Characterful, darkly funny and with themes relevant to our times, ‘In The Dark’ is an incredibly personal and engaging crime series. With visceral emotional dilemmas at the centre of the two crime stories, the series is anchored by Helen Weeks and her journey towards motherhood. Can she overcome childhood secrets and unexpected tragedy that befalls her to make the world a better place for her unborn child? Even if you love someone, do you ever really know them completely?