Welsh actress Eve Myles has captivated audiences with her recent role as Detective Annie Cassidy in ITV's gripping drama Gone. The six-part series, which also stars David Morrissey, follows Annie's investigation into a woman's mysterious disappearance. While it airs on ITV1 on Sundays and Mondays, all episodes are available to stream on ITVX. For those who have already devoured Gone, fans are urging a binge-watch of another hard-hitting thriller featuring Myles: the acclaimed 2017 series Keeping Faith.
The Rise of Keeping Faith
In Keeping Faith, Eve Myles takes the lead as Faith Howells, a solicitor whose husband Evan vanishes while she is on maternity leave after the birth of their third child. The series originally debuted in Welsh on S4C as Un Bore Mercher before an English version aired on BBC Wales. It quickly became a cultural phenomenon in Wales, attracting an average of 300,000 viewers per episode and earning the title of the most-watched show on BBC Wales in over 25 years.
Record-Breaking Success
By May 2018, Keeping Faith had achieved more than 8.5 million downloads on BBC iPlayer, making it the most downloaded non-network programme on the platform at the time. All three series remain available for streaming on BBC iPlayer, allowing new audiences to discover its dark, suspenseful narrative.
Fan Reactions and Critical Praise
Viewers have flocked to review sites like Rotten Tomatoes to share their enthusiasm for the series. One fan described it as a "well-acted gem", praising the realistic locations and performances, even noting that it surpassed many locally made shows in the USA. Another enthused about Eve Myles' "spectacular" performance, calling it one of the best thrillers they have seen, with captivating music and fantastic cinematography.
A third viewer highlighted its gripping nature without Hollywood glitz, stating that Faith's problems make others' seem insignificant, bringing a dose of real-life drama. While most reviews are positive, some critics noted that the series is a slow-burner, with one admitting to feeling "very underwhelmed" and another pointing out that the first episode sets a high bar that the rest of the season struggles to meet.
Where to Watch
For those eager to dive into this Welsh noir thriller, Keeping Faith is readily accessible on BBC iPlayer. Meanwhile, Eve Myles' current project, Gone, continues to air on ITV1 and ITVX, offering fans a double dose of her compelling performances in dark, suspenseful dramas.
