Matthew Goode’s “gripping” psychological thriller is streaming now in the UK

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The psychological thriller The Poison Tree, featuring Matthew Goode and MyAnna Buring, is now available to stream in the UK. Though it’s faded from memory since its initial release, it makes for an easy and enjoyable weekend watch.

This two-part drama is adapted from Erin Kelly’s 2010 novel. It stars Romola Garai as Karen, an innocent student who meets the mysterious Rex Clarke (Tom Goode) and his sister, Biba (Ophelia Lovibond).

The story jumps between different time periods, revealing a long-lasting connection between Karen and Rex. However, a hidden secret threatens to tear their family apart – and the mystery of what that secret is hangs over everything.

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Originally shown on ITV1 in 2012, the psychological drama The Poison Tree is now available to watch for free on ITVX, where it’s described as a “gripping” series.

The series hasn’t received much attention from professional critics, but it does have a user rating on IMDb. However, with a score of 5.8 out of 10 based on over 3,200 reviews, the rating is fairly average.

One reviewer noted the story needs more suspense. While it eventually reveals something unexpected, the core issue is that it focuses on the wrong mystery and isn’t structured in a way that builds tension effectively.

One viewer called this miniseries a “wonderful adaptation,” praising its beautiful setting and the outstanding performances of Matthew Goode, MyAnna Buring, and Ophelia Lovibond. They also noted the story is quite dark and includes a surprising twist.

Another viewer shared similar positive feedback, saying the story was captivating without being overly dramatic. While acknowledging it wasn’t a cheerful tale, they found it very interesting and praised the excellent performances by the actors.

One fan described the story as intricate and captivating, noting its use of flashbacks spanning many years. They also praised the adaptation for its immersive atmosphere and strong performances.

Actor Goode, known for his roles in shows like Downton Abbey and A Discovery of Witches, recently starred as Carl Morck in Dept. Q, a highly praised and popular crime thriller on Netflix.

The Poison Tree is streaming now on ITVX.

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2025-11-23 02:19