The Scotland-based thriller Summerwater, featuring Dougray Scott and Shirley Henderson, has unveiled its first trailer. This six-part series promises to be "thrilling and compulsive" and is highly anticipated.
Adapted from Sarah Moss's 2020 novel, the story unfolds at a loch-side holiday park in Scotland. The narrative captures the "simmering tensions" among various visitors following a fire at the camp, raising suspicion about which of the five families present might be responsible.
"There's an ordinary violence in all of us. We're capable of such terrible things," says Scott's character, hinting at the dark undercurrents in the plot.
John Donnelly adapted the novel for the screen, with Robert McKillop and Fiona Walton directing the series.
Channel 4 describes Summerwater as "compelling," "thrilling," and "compulsive," emphasizing the intricate social dynamics between the families as a central element of the drama.
The teaser highlights romance, tension, and escalating conflict among characters.
This gripping thriller is set to premiere later this month, appealing to fans of intense, character-driven stories.
Author’s summary: Summerwater promises a gripping blend of tension and drama set against a Scottish backdrop, exploring the complexities of human nature and social conflict.