Sweetpea (2024)
A darkly comic British thriller about an invisible woman who discovers a terrifying new side of herself.
Sweetpea - Series Information
- Original Title: Sweetpea
- First Air Year: 2024
- Last Air Year: 2024
- Created by: Kirstie Swain
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (44 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 6
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: October 10, 2024 (United States - TV-MA), October 10, 2024 (United Kingdom - 18), October 10, 2024 (Germany - 16), October 10, 2024 (Spain - 18), October 10, 2024 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Sky One, Sky Atlantic, Sky Showcase
- Production Companies: See-Saw Films, Sky Studios, fanboy, Motion Content Group
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
- Alternative Titles: Сладкий горошек (RU), عزیز دل (IR)
Sweetpea - Plot
Rhiannon Lewis doesn't make much of an impression - people walk past her in the street without a second glance. That is until she is pushed over the edge and loses control. Rhiannon's life transforms, but can she keep her killer secret?
Sweetpea - Trailer
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It's always the quiet ones.
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Sweetpea - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Kirstie Swain
Main Cast
- Ella Purnell
- Nicôle Lecky
- Jon Pointing
- Calam Lynch
- Jeremy Swift
- Dustin Demri-Burns
- Leah Harvey
- Tim Samuels
- Lorraine Burroughs
- Lydia Whitehead
Writers
- Krissie Ducker
- Kirstie Swain
- Laura Jayne Tunbridge
- Selina Lim
Executive Producers
- Ella Purnell
- Helen Gregory
- Emile Sherman
- Kirstie Swain
- Iain Canning
Sweetpea - FAQs
Is Sweetpea based on a book or true story?
Sweetpea is adapted from the 2018 novel of the same name by C.J. Skuse, not a true story. The book follows Rhiannon Lewis, a seemingly invisible young woman who turns to murder. Kirstie Swain adapted the novel for television, preserving its darkly comedic and unsettling tone.
Where can you stream Sweetpea?
Sweetpea is available to stream on Starz, including via the Starz Amazon Channel, Starz Apple TV Channel, and Starz Roku Premium Channel. It can also be found on Philo, Spectrum On Demand, and The Roku Channel with ads. Amazon Prime Video members may access it for free.
Who plays Rhiannon in Sweetpea?
Ella Purnell plays Rhiannon Lewis, the series' quietly unraveling protagonist. Best known for her role in Fallout, Purnell brings a compelling mix of vulnerability and menace to the character. She also serves as an executive producer on the series, reflecting her deep investment in the project.
How many episodes does Sweetpea have?
The first season of Sweetpea consists of 6 episodes, each running approximately 44 minutes. A second season has been confirmed, though episode details are not yet available. The show originally aired on Sky One and Sky Showcase in the United Kingdom before reaching international audiences via Starz.
Is Sweetpea worth watching?
Absolutely worth a look. Sweetpea earned strong praise for Ella Purnell's magnetic lead performance and its sharp, darkly comic tone. Critics highlighted the show's ability to balance genuine menace with wry humour, and audiences responded enthusiastically to its fresh take on the female antihero thriller genre.
What is the content rating for Sweetpea?
Sweetpea is rated TV-MA in the United States, meaning it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains strong language, violence, and dark thematic content. In the United Kingdom and Spain it carries an 18 certificate, while Germany rates it 16 and South Korea rates it 19.
Will there be a Season 2 of Sweetpea?
Yes, Sweetpea has been renewed for a second season. The series is currently listed as a returning show and is in active production. Season 2 episode details have not yet been announced, but the renewal confirms that Rhiannon's story is far from over.
What are some shows similar to Sweetpea?
Fans of Sweetpea often enjoy Dexter: New Blood for its darkly compelling killer protagonist, and Fool Me Once for its twisty British thriller energy. Inside No. 9 offers similarly sharp, dark British storytelling, while Slasher and Scream: The TV Series scratch the same genre-savvy itch.
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