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Siobhan Finneran’s “compelling” crime drama nears top of Netflix’s trending chart days after release

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Upon the recent addition of Siobhan Finneran’s crime drama “Loch Ness” to Netflix, we suggested it as your perfect weekend binge-watch, and it appears many of you took our advice and enjoyed a marathon viewing session!

The program presently ranks second on Netflix UK’s TV top 10 list, with stars such as Finneran from Happy Valley, Laura Fraser known for Breaking Bad, Don Gilet of EastEnders, and William Ash from Emmerdale. (According to FlixPatrol)

In 2017, “The Loch,” a six-episode drama that initially aired on ITV, found itself overshadowed by the newly released murder mystery series titled “Untamed,” which features Eric Bana and Sam Neill in its star-studded cast.

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This crime thriller focuses on Detective Chief Inspector Lauren Quigley, played by Finneran, and Detective Sergeant Annie Redford, portrayed by Fraser. They are tasked with unraveling the mystery surrounding a homicide in a serene Scottish highland village. As they delve deeper into their investigation, they come to suspect that they might be dealing with a serial killer.

The show garnered mostly favorable responses from IMDb users, many of whom commended the scenic filming locations. It earned a noteworthy user rating of 7.0/10 based on more than 6300 reviews.

One viewer on IMDb praised the series for its excellent choice of setting, camera work, and overall mood, calling it visually captivating and full of life. They were particularly impressed by the stunning scenery, and found it hard to imagine they could make a mistake with such a fantastic location.

Another admirer expressed their enchantment with the breathtaking scenery and the captivating enigma, while a third fan commented: ‘The setting adds depth to the narrative – rugged black rock formations contrasting with the gloomy skies against the dark waters of the lake.’

In summary, most reviews centered around the narrative structure and main investigation, with one user noting that it effectively conveys the story from a woman’s police perspective in an engaging manner.

The story is skillfully portrayed through the acting of the main character and her daughter, along with a realistic screenplay, according to one review. Another admirer described the show as innovative for its portrayal of both rural settings and urban environments.

Loch Ness is available to stream on ITVX and Netflix.

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2025-07-28 17:49

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