Sheridan Smith will star in ITV’s new six-episode thriller Two Birds, which is set in Australia
Viewers have expressed their excitement after ITV unveiled an “exhilarating mystery thriller” featuring Sheridan Smith.
Filmed on location in Australia, the six-part series Two Birds follows British Police Constable Izzie Cornwell (Sheridan), who relocates to the small fictional town of Dugdale following her recent bereavement, seeking a fresh beginning, reports the Mirror.
Her aim is to reconnect with her sister and restore her relationship with her 20-year-old daughter, who has been troubled by her mother’s recent destructive behaviour. However, she finds herself “tangled in murder, secrets, and a dangerous family”.
Gavin and Stacey star Sheridan said she was “thrilled to be playing the irresistibly complex Izzie Cornwell”. She described it as “a dream role for me, as Izzie, through no fault of her own, becomes embroiled in a web of secrets and lies”.
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Viewers were also delighted by ITV’s announcement, flooding social media with messages declaring they were “so excited”. “Sounds amazing,” remarked one person, while another praised the “legendary” cast.
“Best news ever!” one Instagram user wrote, with another forecasting: “This should be great.”
“Fab news,” a further fan commented. “Look forward to watching Sheridan,” another person said.
“I am so excited for this,” one viewer shared, while another observed: “This looks like this will be good. Sheridan Smith is a fantastic actress, whatever she does is amazing. Stephen Peacocke is a great actor too so I can’t wait to watch.”
ITV has released a summary for the series, which reveals that upon relocating to the isolated mining town, Izzie is tasked with probing a murder case alongside her new superior Matt (Stephen Peacocke).
Things ramp up when it’s discovered that the victim is connected to a notorious local crime family headed by the formidable Mrs Baxter (Judy Davis).
“Determined to protect her family and uncover the truth, Mrs Baxter exerts fierce pressure on the case,” it goes on.
“But the night before Izzie joins the case, one reckless last hurrah goes disastrously wrong and a split-second decision results in consequences Izzie can’t undo, forcing her into a secret she must do everything to contain.”
Two Birds will air on ITV and STV and will stream on ITVX and STV Player.
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