“Totally hooked”: Forgotten period drama with James Norton is now streaming in the UK

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You can now stream The Nevers in the UK! This period drama features stars like James Norton and Eleanor Tomlinson and boasts an intriguing story, making it a great choice for your next TV binge.

Set in Victorian London, the story follows a group of people known as the Touched, who have developed strange and unique powers. They quickly become caught up in a dangerous conflict that could destroy everything they know.

The series first appeared on HBO in 2021 with six episodes, but was then cancelled unexpectedly. The remaining six episodes, which had already been filmed, weren’t shown on TV until two years later when the complete season became available on Tubi.

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Despite the show’s likely cancellation, viewers in the UK can now watch the entire series for free. All 12 episodes are currently available to stream on ITVX, having been recently added to the platform.

The series boasts a strong cast including Norton, known for Happy Valley and House of Guinness, and Tomlinson, who starred in The Outlaws and One Day. They play Hugo Swann and Mary Brighton, respectively. Joining them are Laura Donnelly (Outlander), Nick Frost (Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz), Olivia Williams (The Crown), Ann Skelly (House of Guinness), Pip Torrens (Poldark), and Zackary Momoh (Death In Paradise).

Despite being cancelled after only one season, The Nevers received positive feedback from audiences. Currently, IMDb shows an average user rating of 7.4 out of 10, based on nearly 29,000 ratings.

Honestly, I’m completely addicted to this show! It’s seriously different from anything I’ve seen lately – super refreshing. The characters are amazing; I really feel connected to them. It’s some of the best TV I’ve watched in ages.

One viewer called it one of the most original shows in recent memory, praising its clever writing, strong performances, and engaging storyline. They also appreciated that the show wasn’t afraid to take risks, and felt its cancellation was a bad decision.

One viewer called the show a masterpiece of cinematic storytelling. They praised its deliberate pace, richly detailed world, and compelling characters, saying it’s completely immersive.

If you’re not a fan of historical dramas with a sci-fi twist, don’t worry – ITVX has lots of other options. They’ve recently added new seasons of shows like Gossip Girl and Grosse Pointe Garden Society to their streaming service.

The Nevers is streaming now on ITVX.

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2026-02-02 17:19