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Viewers already hooked on ‘scary’ new thriller from the same writer of Netflix’s Behind Her Eyes

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Published 12:37 24 May 2024 GMT+1

Viewers already hooked on ‘scary’ new thriller from the same writer of Netflix’s Behind Her Eyes

The six-part series starring Vicky McClure just dropped on Paramount+ yesterday

Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle

It's always nice sinking your teeth into a brand-new series you can fully get lost in.

Whether that's Netflix's harrowing Baby Reindeer or the ultra-steamy new Bridgerton series - it's clear that we all love nothing more than to curl up on the sofa and rattle through some cracking telly.

And the latest series, from the same writer of Netflix’s Behind Her Eyes, has already got viewers well and truly hooked.

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Vicky McClure stars in the new six-part thriller. (Paramount+)
Vicky McClure stars in the new six-part thriller. (Paramount+)

Now the six-part British thriller, which was adapted from Sarah Pinborough's 2022 novel, stars Line of Duty's Vicky McClure at the helm as Emma.

The rest of the cast also includes; Tom Cullen as Robert husband of McClure's character, Smylie Bradwell and India Fowler as their children Will and Chloe, and Leanne Best as Emma's estranged sister Phoebe.

The plot follows Emma, who is approaching her 40th birthday, as she's forced to navigate and investigate her past after developing debiltating insomnia.

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If you hadn't guessed it already, the is none other than Insomnia.

Check out the official trailer here:

And, even though it just dropped on Paramount+ yesterday, there's already a bunch of hype from eager viewers.

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One X, formerly Twitter, user penned: "The new Vicky McClure show Insomnia is a BELTER. reminds me of Smile."

A second chimed in: "Just watched 1st episode & it's every bit as good as I thought it would be!!"

"This book gave me Insomnia because I couldn't put it down!! Will be brilliant to see how the TV show has been done. Congrats," praised another.

A fifth revealed: "Insomnia has me hooked already! Loved the first two episodes. Roll on next Thursday!"

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Viewers clearly can't wait to watch the new series. (Paramount+)
Viewers clearly can't wait to watch the new series. (Paramount+)

Opening up about why she was so eager to take on the role, McClure told Digital Spy: "I think there's a couple of things. First and foremost, it's something I would have watched. I read it and went, Oh, I'd have watched that and gone, 'I wish I was in that'. Two, I think Sarah [Pinborough]'s writing was just extremely readable. You just go, this is something that is very well developed.

"And the sister relationship actually. It was quite nice seeing something that harnessed that in such a big way. I've got a sister – a very different relationship to what Emma and Phoebe have. But my sister, I can't live without, so there's this real interesting relationship. I enjoyed that and felt I could bring something to it."

She added: "I turned 40 last year, she was turning 40 in the show. I was like, this is a sign. And then just the general difference in terms of the tone of the show and a character that I haven't really played before or for a very long time."

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Well, that's this weekend's plans sorted!

Insomnia is currently available to stream on Paramount+

Featured Image Credit: Paramount+

Topics: TV And Film

Rhiannon Ingle
Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle is a Senior Journalist at Tyla, specialising in TV, film, travel, and culture. A graduate of the University of Manchester with a degree in English Literature, she honed her editorial skills as the Lifestyle Editor of The Mancunian, the UK’s largest student newspaper. With a keen eye for storytelling, Rhiannon brings fresh perspectives to her writing, blending critical insight with an engaging style. Her work captures the intersection of entertainment and real-world experiences.

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