Prey

/refers to Season 1/

I like British crime series - they are less "explosive" than those coming from the US, and do usually include some witty twists or turns, plus the use of distinct character actors not selected upon "cute" looks. Prey includes all above as well, but the story is not too plausible, and references to the motives were revealed too soon (I would have preferred to have longer doubts whether DC Farrow was guilty or not, and in what), and the very ending could have included some upside-down solution...

Nevertheless, the events are catchy to follow, and John Simm as DC Marcus Farrow and Rosie Cavaliero as DS Susan Reinhart, first of all, give splendid performances. "Only" 7 points from me, since I regard e.g. Line of Duty, Luther meatier and more seamless.

Nick Murphy's drama 'Prey' is a fast-moving, gritty crime drama, with a typically strong performance from John Simm in the lead role. Although the plot is complex, the audience isn't really encouraged to waste too much time on it: the twists and turns are mainly Maguffins, serving mainly to justify the next explosive chase. If aspects of the series (lone hero set up for a crime he didn't commit) are generic, Simm keeps it real, and with just three episodes, it doesn't outstay its welcome. It's not quite up to the level of 'Prime Suspect', but it's nice to see ITV still keeping their hand in with authentic-feeling police procedurals.

Both series were excellent tho, of course, for me the draw was John Simm.

In series 1 a police officer must clear his name in the murder of his wife and son. Betrayed on all sides, he never knows who to trust.

Series 2 follows a prison guard who is forced to assist a prisoner escape to free his kidnapped pregnant daughter.

Both men are relentless in seeking justice and in protecting the ones they love.

The entire cast is brilliant. Well worth watching!

As interesting, compelling, and flawed as the three-part miniseries of Season 1 was, I am surprised that not one of the reviewers noted and called out the debt owed to both the US television series and the US movie, The Fugitive. If you've watched (or are watching) Season 1, think about it and you will know what I mean. If you've not yet watched and plan to, think about what I've said as you watch it.

The Brits just seem to have the formula for these types of series..always spot on..better than anything on American and Canadian TV...and anything with John Simm in it is going to be A1 entertainment...

Great series with John Simm only in season 1..the only constant character was inspector Sue Reinhardt who figures in both season 1 and 2. Who is always on the verge of being demoted or fired but always manages to pull things off at the last minute ...season 1 was basically based around the old 60s TV show The Fugitive with John Simm as a police inspector accused of killing his wife and child and goes on the run..very formulaic in twists and turns..a few deceptions to throw you off the main culprit regarding who framed him..very well written..good pace..storyline. Season 2 was a little slower but basically same framed storyline about a prison guard whose daughter is taken hostage. He must conspire with an inmate to help her and her partner to find a past co conspirator and get the 200k in money they previously stole..in order for him to get his daughter back...who is pregnant also..inspector Sue Reinhardt to the rescue again in various unorthodox ways..but gets it done. Great series ..worth the time and a good binge watch..as mentioned Brits do it best!.......Darryl Arrand.