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The series begins with Martin Jarvis, played by Banks, relaxing at his estate while two young boys playfully fight. It quickly becomes clear these aren’t his grandchildren, but his sons – the children of his much younger second wife. His adult son, Nile, doesn’t want children of his own, so Martin had another family to continue the Jarvis name, even if it meant his first wife suffered through multiple miscarriages. This scene is a turning point: viewers will either be turned off if they expected a serious crime drama, or intrigued by the show’s surprising turn towards a more darkly comedic, almost soapy, story. It’s reminiscent of shows like Disclaimer, but with a lighter touch. Banks perfectly embodies this tonal shift, bringing a sense of weight and sophistication to the show’s unexpected, and somewhat outlandish, new direction without sacrificing its artistic quality.

Glenn Howerton plays Vernon Jefferson Peak, the leader of a conspiracy-based group similar to QAnon, who attracts Louise (Emma Stone), the sheriff’s wife. Louise is struggling with depression and is searching for purpose and connection. While some reviewers, like those at Eddington, praise the film for capturing the anxious mood of the pandemic, overall reactions from critics and audiences are mixed, giving it a 68% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Keira Knightley found success earlier this year with the series The Woman in Cabin 10, even though critics weren’t impressed. Now, she’s reprising her role as Helen Webb in the second season of the popular Netflix mystery, Black Doves. According to Netflix’s Tudum site, Season 2 is currently being filmed and will introduce new characters.