Netflix has added a gripping thriller to its endless list of crime shows, and it's currently climbing the Top Ten TV chart. The four-part thriller, Blindspot, originally aired on Channel 5 in 2023 and follows a woman named Hannah, who witnesses a traumatising attack while monitoring the CCTV on a rough estate. As she looks into the crime, Hannah begins to suspect that investigating police officer, Tony, might be corrupt. The series stars Beth Alsbury, Line of Duty's Kiran Landa, Sanditon's Crystal Clarke and documentarian Ross Kemp, who made his return to acting after almost 20 years in the role of Tony.
It's no wonder viewers are glued to Blindspot. Channel 5 and production company Clapperboard have a great track record when it comes to twist-filled, high-drama shows, and have released a number of addictive series over the last few years, from The Castaways and The Rumour to The Teacher and Love Rat. Plus, writer Rob Kinsman has a number of much-loved dramas on his CV, including The Good Ship Murder and Father Brown, so viewers are in for plenty of intrigue and tension.
© Channel 5What is Blindspot about?
According to the official synopsis, Blindspot follows Hannah Quinn, "a disabled woman with a wry sense of humour, who works monitoring the CCTV on a rough estate". One day, Hannah witnesses a man she knows to be a violent criminal lead a young woman into a blind spot in the camera coverage. He emerges alone and when the police arrive, there is no sign of the woman.
The synopsis continues: "Hannah is convinced that she has been murdered, but her fears are dismissed by the apathetic, and possibly corrupt, policeman Tony in charge of the case. Hannah remains undeterred and will soon find her own life in danger as she fights to discover what really happened in the blind spot."
Who stars in Blindspot?
Beth Alsbury leads the cast as Hannah, while BAFTA award-winning documentary maker Ross Kemp, also known for his roles in EastEnders and Emmerdale, plays Detective Tony Warden. Other cast members include Crystal Clarke (Sanditon, Black Mirror, Empire of Light), Sue Vincent (The Madame Blanc Mysteries, Waterloo Road, Alma’s Not Normal), Kiran Landa (Coronation Street, Line of Duty) and Michelle Bonnard (House of the Dragon, Unforgotten) in the roles of Amber, Dolly, Geri and Louisa respectively. Meanwhile, Haylie Jones (Stay Close, Wanderland), Milán Bartha (Moon Knight, Blade Runner 2049) and Lewis Conway (The Forgotten Battle, The Canterville Ghost) also star.
© Channel 5What have viewers and critics said about the show?
The show received mixed reviews from viewers following its release in 2023, with some criticising the drama's plot, while others praised the show's "many twist and turns". Taking to X after the thriller's arrival on Netflix, one person wrote: "Blind spot on Netflix is SOOOOOOOOOOOO freaking good! I'm glued right now," while another encouraged others to tune in, adding: "I'm watching a show on Netflix called Blind Spot. If you like crime or police shows watch it!!!"
Meanwhile, the series also received mixed reviews from critics, with The i Paper awarding the drama four stars and hailing Kemp's return to acting as "triumphant". Meanwhile, The Guardian described the series as a "plodding, cliche-ridden procedural" in its three-star review, while The Telegraph handed out two stars.
Five thriller series to watch if you enjoyed Blindspot...
1/5
Tatiana portrayed 17 different clones in the show
Orphan Black – ITVX
In this Canadian thriller series, Sarah (Tatiana Maslany) witnesses the suicide of a girl named Beth Childs, who strangely looks identical to her. After Beth's death, Sarah assumes her identity and occupation as a police detective. She soon uncovers a dark conspiracy that changes the course of her life forever. With a 93 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, much of the show's acclaim is due to Tatiana's critically acclaimed performance – to put it in perspective, Tatiana portrayed 17 different clones across five seasons, each with a unique personality. Many fans have praised her acting online, with one on X saying she is an ''absolutely phenomenal actress".
2/5
© CBSJames Spader plays the lead criminal
The Blacklist – Channel 4
Raymond Reddington (James Spader) is a notorious international criminal who surrenders himself to the FBI for a reason. In an unlikely twist, he offers to help the FBI track down other criminals he has spent the last 20 years pursuing – those on his personal ''Blacklist''. Each episode focuses on one of the criminals Reddington wants to apprehend. But his one condition is to work exclusively with FBI Special Agent Elizabeth Keen (Megan Boone), with whom he has a ''very special'' interest. The show ran from 2013 to 2023 across ten seasons, boasting an impressive 218 episodes – perfect for a long watch.
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© HBOSuccession was praised for it's strong writing
Succession – NOW TV
Centred on power dynamics, Succession follows the Roy family, owners of the global media and entertainment conglomerate Waystar RoyCo, based in New York City. When family patriarch Logan Roy (Brian Cox) begins to decline in health, the question arises: who will take control of the company? His four children – Connor (Alan Ruck), Kendall (Jeremy Strong), Roman (Kieran Culkin), and Shiv (Sarah Snook) – all prepare for the future of the business and battle for succession. The show has been highly praised for its writing, with one fan on X saying: ''Succession delivered some of the smartest writing and sharpest performances TV has ever seen."
4/5
© Getty ImagesMireille Enos plays Sarah Linden
The Killing – Channel 4
5/5
© WireImageAny Sullivan Stapleton fan's will want to watch this...
Strike Back: Silent War – NOW TV
If you enjoyed Sullivan Stapleton in Blindspot, you'll also like this British action thriller based on Chris Ryan's 2007 novel, which also stars the actor. The series follows Section 20, a secretive branch of the British Secret Intelligence Service that carries out dangerous, high-risk missions around the world. Sullivan plays former United States Delta Force Sergeant Damian Scott, alongside well-known British actors Richard Armitage and Andrew Lincoln. The show ran for eight seasons and holds an impressive 85 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Blindspot is available to stream on Netflix now. Viewers can also stream the show on Channel 5.
