Gaby Chiappe
Director
The Beast Must Die (2021)
Season 1
Following the death of her son in a hit and run, all Frances Cairnes wants is to hunt down and kill the man she believes is responsible. When she finally tracks him down, she tricks her way into his house and plots his murder from within.
Released May 27, 2021
Episode 58 min
None+
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Watch Providers: Hoopla
Production Companies: Scott Free Productions, New Regency
Network: BritBox
Country: United Kingdom
Languages:
English
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S1E1 - Episode 1
Frances Cairnes begins her search for the person who killed her six-year-old son in a hit and run. DI Strangeways arrives on the Isle of Wight, hoping for a fresh start after the death of his colleague.
May 27, 2021, midnight
S1E2 - Episode 2
Tracking down the man that she believes is responsible for the death of her son, Frances sets out to inveigle her way into his home as she plots her revenge. Struggling to deal with his PTSD, DI Strangeways’ takes a closer look at the investigation into Frances’ son’s death.
May 27, 2021, midnight
S1E3 - Episode 3
Staying on as a house guest, Frances must now work out how she is going to see her murderous plan through. Strangeways's suspicions over his predecessor's handling of Frances's case begin to grow.
June 3, 2021, midnight
S1E4 - Episode 4
As Frances becomes more embedded in the home, she makes progress with her plan: she's found her weapon. Things heat up for DI Strangeways as he becomes ever more convinced of the possibility of foul play.
June 10, 2021, midnight
S1E5 - Episode 5
DI Strangeways, blindsided by a surprising discovery, scrambles to find answers.
June 17, 2021, midnight
Network: BritBox
Episode Runtime: 58 min.
Season Runtime: 294 min.
Released: May 27, 2021
Last Air Date: June 17, 2021, midnight
Status: Canceled
Certification: NR
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