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Season 1 – The One That Got Away

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Following the murder of a nurse in the Welsh town of Pembroke Dock, old cases are being re-examined under the suspicion of a copycat killer.

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The One That Got Away — Season 1

Critics Reviews

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Ben Pobjie The Age (Australia) ...it’s not a cheerful show. Nor is it a groundbreaking one: dark tales of death and ghosts of the past are not exactly uncommon in the annals of British TV. But it is gorgeously made and meticulously plotted production, with top-notch performances... Rated: 3.5/5 May 22, 2025 Full Review Lucy Mangan Guardian A great psychological drama attached to a cracking crime thriller. Or a cracking crime thriller attached to a great psychological drama; I am not sure. Either way, it’s a supremely satisfying treat. Rated: 4/5 Mar 19, 2025 Full Review Joel Keller Decider While the mystery of the series The One That Got Away is intriguing, the personal dynamics between the show’s main characters are what we are more interested in. Apr 29, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Theo S. Héro + Really bad acting. The storyline isn't horrible, however poorly executed. (at episode 3) Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 05/24/25 Full Review Dan B I binge watched this after finding it on bbc iplayer. The story was interesting and was a fresh take on the serial killer crime genre. My only criticism was that police procedures were overlooked. The last episode was particularly ridiculous. Ffion left a major investigation , where they were racing against the clock, searching for a person whose life was in threat, without telling anyone where she was going. I also guessed that the carer was involved very early on. It also didn't make sense that they were given bail, given that they were a danger. Silly but could set up another series. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/16/25 Full Review Nick W This is without doubt one of the very poorest shows I have ever seen; the writing is SO bad that it's actually embarassing in many places, and the acting is just dreadful. Episode 1 isn't great but after that it gets steadily worse and worse - there are just so many scenes which are, frankly, ludicrous. This, honestly, doesn't even deserve one star. Don't waste your time! Rated 1 out of 5 stars 05/15/25 Full Review Karen L Good plot, just a shame the acting was wooden, the story line was predictable and they jumped to so many wrong conclusions and accused people guilty without any evidence. Watched episode 1 and 2, jumped to the last episode. What a waste of 3 nights. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 03/20/25 Full Review Audience Member Poor writing and poor acting. I watched up to episode 3 and just decided that I didn't care enough to go further. I don't recommend. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 03/15/25 Full Review Yvonne R Disappointing. The writing wasn't great, the pace was slow and it just lacked credibility. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 03/11/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Elen Rhys

DI Ffion Lloyd

Richard Harrington

DS Rick Walters

Rhian Blythe

Helen Sheldon

Ioan Hefin

DCI Alan Vaughan

Aled Pugh

DS Celyn Howells

Mali Ann Rees

DC 'Mogsy' Morgan

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 13, 2024 When a nurse is found dead in the woods, the case bears similarities to a solved historic case from twelve years ago, the 'heart knot' murders; fearing there's a copycat killer, DI Ffion Lloyd is called in to lead the investigation. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 13, 2024 A manhunt grips the town as a suspect flees, causing Ffion to raise questions about the past; new evidence linked to her sister Lisa emerges and a bitter clash ensues. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 13, 2024 The team builds a case against their prime suspect, but an unexpected development unfolds when a gunman enters the frame; a new link to the past and the revelation of a secret threaten to throw everything into chaos. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 13, 2024 Following the school shooting, the gunman is charged with Abbi's murder and the investigation intensifies when it's revealed he is connected to the heart knot murders; a personal confession comes to light. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 13, 2024 The past continues to stalk the present after news from Paul leads Ffion to uncover a secret about Rick; when a new suspect emerges, Ffion questions if Abbi's killer is still at large. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 13, 2024 Helen is nowhere to be found and fear sets in; believing that his wife may have been killed, Rick decides to follow his intuition, with devastating consequences. Details
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Season Info

Director
Sion Ifan
Screenwriter
Cath Tregenna
Network
S4CD
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
Welsh
Release Date
Oct 13, 2024