David Tennant's new drama with a near-perfect RT score becomes a streaming hit

A new drama directed by David Tennant has a near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes score and looks set to be a streaming success. Tennant will forever be known for his role as the Tenth Doctor in Doctor Whoa performance that has made the actor a firm favorite among fans of the groundbreaking sci-fi series. But in recent years, the veteran performer has expanded his filmography to include several more popular works.

As Kilgrave in the Marvel series, he showed a more villainous side Jessica Joneswhich toes the line between disgusting and captivating while starring alongside Krysten Ritter. He is also a co-lead Good omenswhich ends with a 90-minute farewell, concluding his appearance in Prime Video's popular supernatural series alongside Michael Sheen. But the BAFTA-nominated actor recently debuted in a new leading role.

Rivals is Tennant's latest hit

It is streaming on Hulu

Reelgood confirms that Rivals is already making an impression in the streaming charts. The series, which airs globally on Disney+ and in the US on Hulu, ranked 10th in the TV-centric top 10 for the week of October 24th to 30th, on all platforms. The TV list was topped by another Hulu show: Just murders in the building Season 4, followed by Marvel's Agatha all the time. Shows how The penguin, DisclaimerAnd High potential Make the list too.

Rivals focuses on the cutthroat world of independent television in 1986which places particular emphasis on the feud between former Olympian and notorious womanizer Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) and his neighbor Tony Baddingham (Tennant), who is the controller of Corinium Television. It is based on the author's novel of the same name by Jilly Cooper Rustshire Chronicles. The stories are known for their wit, deviousness and wild sex scenes. In fact, the first episode begins with a memorable scene in an airplane bathroom.

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In order to bring the adaptation to life, the Rivals The cast consists of several talented actors. Aidan Turner, Katherine Parkinson and Nafessa Williams star alongside Bella Maclean, Emily Atack, Catriona Chandler, Oliver Chris, Danny Dyer, Rufus Jones, Lisa McGrillis, Luke Pasqualino, Claire Rushbrook and Victoria Smurfit. Behind the camera, Dominic Treadwell-Collins and Laura Wade helped write the script, while BAFTA-nominated Elliot Hegarty is the lead director. All three are executive producers, as is writer Cooper.

Based on more than 30 reviews, it has a 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoeswith a high breakdown of 7.7/10. The eight-part series has received positive reviews, including from Abigail Stevens Rivals for Screen rant praised Tennant's performance. The cast in general is a constant source of praise, with reviews being cited the fast pace and pleasant curves of the adaptation As a reason, the audience might think about watching the new drama.

Our take on Tennant's new show

It could be another hit

It is still too early to say whether this dynamic will continue Rivals Season 2, the period drama appears to be a continuation of Tennant's string of varied and diverse roles, moving from one genre to another while always showcasing his versatility and charisma on screen. If the charts continue, perhaps there will be future episodes of the series. In previous comments The actors have all confirmed their desire to continue.

This can also make this easier Cliffhanger ending that makes some changes to the Rivals Book. There is a proposal and some career moves that are actually betrayals. Both could be expanded further if the Hulu show's early chart success proves lasting. But the big conclusion, which calls for a sequel, leaves the fate of a main character unanswered.

In the Rivals In the finale, a character's fate remains uncertain. There are There is no confirmation yet as to whether the character survives. But given that the Hulu drama is based on the remarkable source material and the cast's willingness to return, the biggest obstacle to a sequel could be whether the wild 1980s-focused saga continues to make streaming inroads. In any case, it's off to a good start, with good reviews and a solid viewership for a TV veteran like him Tennant.

Source: Reelgood

In the high-stakes world of 1980s British television, a bitter rivalry between two powerful men reaches its climax. Declan O'Hara, a television presenter, vows revenge against Lord Tony Baddingham after feeling betrayed. Amidst romantic entanglements and entrepreneurial deviousness, the drama unfolds with intense personal and professional conflicts.

Pour

David Tennant, Aidan Turner, Danny Dyer, Bryony Hannah, Milo Callaghan, Wendy Albiston, Georgia Mack, Louis Landau, Alex Hassell, Bella Maclean, Katherine Parkinson

Character(s)

Tony Baddingham, Declan O'Hara, Freddie Jones, Deirdre Kilpatrick, Seb Burrows, Mrs Makepiece, Sharon Jones, Archie Baddingham

Release date

October 18, 2024

Seasons

1

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