A New Era for Karen Pirie on ITVX
ITV viewers are finding it hard to look away from their screens as three new episodes of the gripping police drama Karen Pirie have been released on ITVX. The show, which has quickly captured the attention of fans, is a must-watch for anyone who enjoys a compelling and well-crafted crime series.
The series, created by and starring EastEnders actress Emer Kenny, follows the journey of its titular character, a young and determined detective named Karen Pirie. The first season, titled The Distant Echo, premiered in 2022 and was followed by the second season, A Darker Domain, which aired recently. The show continues to draw praise for its strong storytelling and engaging characters.
Starring Lauren Lyle as DS Karen and Emer Kenny as Karen’s friend River, the series is based on the crime novels written by Scottish author Val McDermid. Season one focused on an unsolved murder case involving a barmaid, while season two delves into a kidnapping incident that occurred years earlier. Fans are already binge-watching all three episodes of A Darker Domain on ITVX, showing just how much they enjoy the show.
Fans have taken to social media to express their enthusiasm for the series. One user, @MargaretKirkby5, said: “Just binge watched second series of Karen Pirie with Lauren Lyle and Emer Kenny. Brilliant, as good if not better than series one.” Another fan, @Lanesracf, added: “Just finished watching season two of Karen Pirie. Really enjoyed it. Season one was better, but this was still a good watch. Lauren Lyle is a really good actress.”
Meanwhile, @HaizEsque shared their excitement with ITV: “Karen Pirie is so good. I’m so glad it’s back on. It’s been far too long since the first series. @ITV.” The show has clearly resonated with its audience, with many expressing their satisfaction and eagerness for more.
One fan even shared a personal connection to the show: “One of them was a 20-something blonde woman, and it turns out she was a detective from Methil, the same tiny town Karen is from! To me, she was the real Karen Pirie. So we exchanged numbers and we stayed in touch, it was like looking into a mirror for Karen.”
For fans of the books, there’s no need to worry. The producers of the show had full support from Val McDermid to create the TV adaptation, and the author herself was involved in the creative process. This ensures that the series stays true to the source material while offering a fresh perspective for television audiences.
Emer Kenny, who also stars in the show, mentioned when the series premiered in 2022: “There are six books and Val is writing a seventh,” indicating that there are plenty of stories to explore in future seasons. This bodes well for the future of the show, as it has the potential to become a long-running hit on ITV.
With more than enough content to adapt from Val McDermid’s novels, Karen Pirie is set to remain a favorite among crime drama enthusiasts. The combination of strong writing, talented actors, and a loyal fanbase makes it a standout series in the current television landscape.
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