The new psychological thriller, The Rapture, premieres tonight on BBC One after becoming available on BBC iPlayer this morning. The five-part series is expected to captivate audiences.
The series is based on Liz Jensen’s popular novel and was adapted for television by Bryony Kimmings and Rebecca Manley. It centers around a psychologist who begins working at a highly secure facility.
Ruth Madeley stars as Dr. Gabrielle ‘Gabs’ Fox, a child psychologist dealing with the aftermath of a car accident. The accident took her husband’s life and resulted in her paralysis.
Hoping for a fresh start, Gabs relocates to a Welsh coastal town and takes a job at Oxsmith Psychiatric Hospital. She’s put in charge of Bethany Krall, a seventeen-year-old who has been held at the hospital for two years after being found guilty of her mother’s violent murder.
The show focuses on a shocking crime that captured the country’s attention. What made it even more impactful was that the victim’s father, Leonard, leads a popular and uplifting religious group called Faith Way, which has millions of members.
The show hints that when Gabs reviews Bethany’s records, she discovers the last therapist didn’t write much about her.
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Alongside Richard Madeley, this five-episode series features a fantastic British cast, including one very famous comedian. Here, Digital Spy introduces you to the characters in The Rapture and the talented actors portraying them.
Ruth Madeley as Gabrielle Fox
Who is Gabrielle Fox?
So, I’m playing as Gabrielle, a child psychologist who’s really trying to get her life back on track. Two years ago, I was in a car accident and now I use a wheelchair. It’s a whole new life – new city, new job… everything feels different. Honestly, a big part of the game is just trying to rebuild my confidence and learn to be independent again. It’s tough, but I’m determined to make it work.
She is very good at her job, but doesn’t always make the right choices.
What else has Ruth Madeley been in?
Rory Madeley is most recognized for playing Rosie Lyons in the TV series Years and Years. She’s also known for her role as Shirley Ann Bingham in Doctor Who, and recently appeared on the BBC documentary series Who Do You Think You Are?
India Amarteifio as Bethany Krall
Who is Bethany Krall?
Since her mother’s murder, Bethany has been receiving care in a psychiatric unit and is focused on discovering who was responsible. Often misunderstood but deeply passionate, she finds a trustworthy and maternal figure in Gab, who becomes one of the few people she can truly rely on.
What else has India Amarteifio been in?
India Amarteifio is most famous for starring as Queen Charlotte in the Netflix series Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. Before that, she had roles in popular shows like Sex Education, Line of Duty, and Unforgotten.
Jack Farthing as Frasier Melville
Who is Frasier Melville?
Frasier Melville is a geologist who’s new to South Wales, having relocated from London. He begins a relationship with someone named Gabs, but appears to be keeping secrets about his previous life.
What else has Jack Farthing been in?
You might recognize me as George Warleggan from Poldark – I played the bad guy! But I’ve been in a bunch of other stuff too, like an Agatha Christie adaptation called Towards Zero, and more recently, the BBC series Rain Dogs.
Iwan Rheon as Dick Carwyn
Who is Dick Carwyn?
Dick Carwyn is a former journalist who was looking into the affairs of Bethany’s father. He’d hit rock bottom after struggling with alcohol and losing his career, but his interest in Bethany’s situation is rekindled when Gabs shows up.
What else has Iwan Rheon been in?
Rheon began his acting career in the Welsh soap opera Pobol y Cwm. He later became known for his roles as Simon Bellamy in Misfits and Ramsay Bolton in Game of Thrones.
Ruth Jones as Mel Thomas
Who is Mel Thomas?
Mel is Gab’s therapist who is helping her rebuild her life after her car accident.
What else has Ruth Jones been in?
Ruth Jones is most famous for playing Nessa in Gavin & Stacey. She’s also appeared in shows like The Other Bennet Sister, Stella, and the Netflix series Run Away.
Who else is in the cast of The Rapture?
The cast includes Sam Hazeldine, known for his work in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, as Leonard Krall. Also starring are Siena Kelly (Black Mirror), Stephen Campbell Moore (War of the Worlds), and Lisa Palfrey (Sex Education).
The Rapture’s BBC release schedule: When does it air on BBC One?
The new series, The Rapture, begins tonight at 9pm on BBC One. The second episode will air tomorrow night (July 27th) at the same time.
The next two episodes will be released following the same schedule as before. The final episode doesn’t have a confirmed release date yet. However, if you want to watch everything immediately, all five episodes are currently available on iPlayer.
The Rapture premieres tonight at 9pm on BBC One, and streams on BBC iPlayer.
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2026-07-26 17:21