James Norton’s “perfectly addictive” and “twisty” five-star drama lands new streaming home

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Disney+ now has all four episodes of the drama Playing Nice, starring James Norton, which first appeared on ITV just over a year ago.

The show centers around two sets of parents who find out their three-year-old sons were accidentally switched at the hospital as babies. They’re now faced with the difficult decision of whether to keep the child they’ve raised as their own or exchange him for their biological son.

Initially, everyone gets along and reaches a friendly understanding. However, problems arise when one of the couples goes too far.

The show features a talented cast including Niamh Algar, known for The Iris Affair, James McArdle from Andor, Jessica Brown Findlay of Downton Abbey, and Posy Sterling who appeared in World on Fire, alongside Norton.

When Digital Spy first reviewed the show, we gave it a perfect five-star rating, calling it “Playing Nice – the kind of show that gets stuck in your head, frustratingly, completely, and addictively.”

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We especially liked the outstanding performances and the smart, concise script by Grace Ofori-Attah – every line felt purposeful.

According to Screen Rant, ‘Playing Nice’ is remarkable for its strong performances and emotional depth, but it truly shines in how it builds suspense with each episode. Despite only being four episodes long, the series tells an incredibly compelling story.

Viewers on IMDb have given the show an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, with many enjoying its surprising and complex storyline, as one person noted the “great twisty plot”.

Viewers are praising the acting, particularly James Norton, who is described as delivering another exceptional performance. One commenter highlighted a compelling storyline that kept them thoroughly engaged. Another viewer specifically called out Niamh Algar’s performance as Maddie Wilson, praising her ability to portray a complex character – a mother grappling with both the child she’s raised and a connection to her biological child – with both subtlety and strength.

Playing Nice is available to stream on ITVX and Disney+.

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2026-04-10 18:49