Ruth Wilson’s “perfect” and “unpredictable” British murder mystery is now streaming for free

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I’m a huge fan of murder mysteries, and I recently discovered one that’s seriously good – See How They Run. It came out in 2022, and even though critics loved it and the actors were fantastic, it somehow flew under the radar. You really shouldn’t miss this one if you’re a mystery buff like me!

The film, directed by Tom George and written by Mark Chappell, draws inspiration from the works of Agatha Christie, portrayed in the movie by Shirley Henderson. It follows detective George Stoppard (Sam Rockwell), a man battling alcoholism, as he partners with Constable Stalker (Saoirse Ronan) to investigate the murder of a film director who was preparing to adapt Agatha Christie’s famous play, The Mousetrap, for the big screen.

Okay, so I just found out where I can finally watch See How They Run in the UK! Seriously, this movie is a wild ride – the story keeps you guessing with all its twists, and it’s packed with amazing British actors. If you haven’t seen it, you really should check it out. Here’s where you can find it.

Who is in See How They Run?

The film features Sam Rockwell as Inspector George Stoppard, Saoirse Ronan as Constable Stalker, Ruth Wilson as Petula Spencer, and Adrien Brody as Leo Kopernick. Reece Shearsmith plays John Woolf, while Harris Dickinson is Richard Attenborough and Charlie Cooper portrays Dennis Corrigan. Shirley Henderson stars as Agatha Christie, and David Oyelowo plays Mervyn Cocker-Norris.

What did the critics say about See How They Run?

When See How They Run came out in 2022, most critics liked it, giving the film a 75% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 200 reviews.

Digital Spy gave the film a five-star review, calling it a flawless example of its genre. We praised its surprising plot twists and described it as a surprisingly touching and self-aware film that explores the art of storytelling.

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According to Consequence, See How They Run is perfectly crafted for fans of murder mysteries. The script, by Mark Chappell, cleverly uses and playfully updates the classic elements that audiences love about the genre.

Critics have praised See How They Run, comparing it favorably to Knives Out and calling it a thoroughly enjoyable experience. RogerEbert.com specifically highlighted the film’s excellent cast and stylish visuals, saying it was a lot of fun to watch.

Where can I watch See How They Run?

I’m so excited – See How They Run is currently streaming on Channel 4! It’s available for the next 28 days, and the best part is it’s totally free to watch, though there are ads. Definitely worth checking out if you haven’t seen it yet!

If you’d prefer to watch See How They Run without ads, it’s currently streaming on Disney+.

Other Ruth Wilson movies you can stream now

Enjoying Ruth Wilson in See How They Run? You’ll find several other movies starring her available to stream, though be warned – they tend to be more intense than this one.

You can now watch the 2021 psychological drama True Things, featuring Tom Burke and Hayley Squires, on BBC iPlayer. And, Channel 4’s streaming service recently added Dark River, a highly-rated 2017 drama.

Although you won’t see her on screen, Ruth Wilson plays an important role in Tom Hardy’s thriller Locke. You can currently watch it for free on Tubi in the UK.

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2026-03-23 14:51