Netflix drops another Fred and Rose West series after TV drama success
With Fred and Rose West capturing public fascination again, the BAFTA-winning series Appropriate Adult has just dropped on Netflix.
Netflix's recent debut of Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story has sparked renewed interest with its deep dive into the dark narrative surrounding the infamous murdering pair from the eyes of victims' families and the Gloucestershire Constabulary's investigative efforts.
Appropriate Adult, originally aired on ITV in 2011, shadows Janet Leach, who served as Fred West's appropriate adult, guiding him through police procedures during interviews to ensure he comprehended his charges.
ITV described the drama by saying: "The life of housewife Janet Leach is transformed when she is asked by police to act as an 'appropriate adult' for a man they have arrested - serial killer Fred West."
Janet's role became a pivotal experience as she became privy to his chilling confessions, reports Surrey Live.
Emily Watson bagged a BAFTA for Best Actress thanks to her potent portrayal of Janet, further cementing her status following roles in hits like Chernobyl, Apple Tree Yard, and Dune: Prophecy.
Alongside Emily's standout performance are Dominic West playing the notorious Fred West, Monica Dolan portraying Rose West, Robert Glenister as Detective Superintendent John Bennett, and Selin Hizli as Mae West.
Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story, now available on Netflix, delves into the chilling saga of the notorious couple with interviews from affected families and insights into the police probe that exposed their heinous acts.
The synopsis reveals: "With exclusive access to previously unseen police video and unheard audio recordings, the three-part series will show how the Gloucestershire police were able to unearth the remains of the West's 12 victims to build a case against them that would bring closure for the families of the victims."
It continues: "The series features family members of some of the victims - a few of whom are speaking for the first time - giving insight into the pain and torment they went through for decades."
And adds: "From discovering that their missing loved ones were brutally murdered, to the trauma they experienced and the strength they displayed during the trial."
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