Summerwater to Premiere on Acorn TV on May 25
AMC Global Media’s Acorn TV has announced that the thrilling and compulsive six-part drama, Summerwater, based on Sarah Moss’s The Sunday Times‘ Top Ten novel, is premiering on Monday, May 25, exclusively on Acorn TV in the U.S. and Canada. Additional episodes will drop weekly on Mondays on the platform.
Written and created for television by BAFTA Award-nominated John Donnelly (The Assessment, Utopia, The Pass), the suspenseful series stars Shirley Henderson (Dept. Q, The Nest, Happy Valley), Dougray Scott (Sherlock & Daughter, Vigil, The Crow Girl), and Valene Kane (Say Nothing, Gangs of London, The Fall).
At a Scottish cabin resort enduring unpredictable weather, the residents of Summerwater attempt to escape life’s problems in the serenity of isolation. Far from a relaxing retreat, Summerwater turns out to be a mysterious, all-knowing place, where residents are confronted with their deepest desires and darkest truths.
Weaving together the lives of several families, as they are observed closely from their disparate cabins, Summerwater shows how the simmering tensions between vacationers lead to a devastating climax.
A thrilling and compulsive drama about relationships, sex, class, and the inability to escape yourself, Summerwater is a surreal world that takes the viewer on a journey of wit, heart, and tragedy. An unflinching yet empathetic look at human nature across generations, Summerwater provides a riveting portrait of the divided nation that is modern Britain.
The series features additional cast members Daniel Rigby (I, Jack Wright), Gabriel Scott (House of the Dragon), Anna Próchniak (Showtrial), and Arnas Fedaravičius (The White Lotus).
Summerwater is written and created for television by BAFTA Award-nominated John Donnelly and is directed by BAFTA Award-nominated Robert McKillop (Guilt, Ludwig) and Fiona Walton (Rebus, Shetland). The series is produced by Freedom Scripted in association with All3Media International, who are the show’s global partner, with the support of Screen Scotland. Mike Ellen is the Executive Producer for Freedom, and Jules Hussey is the Series Producer.
The series’ launch is part of Acorn TV’s second annual Murder Mystery May, kicking off Friday, May 1, with new series premieres every week. The popular, month-long programming event celebrates the breadth of Acorn TV, showcasing the world’s best mysteries ranging from fan-favorite whodunits to quirky sleuths to diabolical thrillers.
SUMMERWATER EPISODES
Episode 1 – “The Tindalls” – Premieres Monday, May 25 on Acorn TV
As tensions rise in Summerwater, the Tindall family grows increasingly frustrated with one another and their noisy neighbors. As secrets come to light, the family struggles to contain the frustration inside their cabin.
Episode 2 – “The Lovers” – Premieres Monday, June 1 on Acorn TV
Under the watchful eyes of their Summerwater neighbors, the Campbells struggle to accept their future, causing David to have a moment of weakness. Next door, Millie and Josh desperately try to avoid a similar fate.
Episode 3 – “The Zaliskeviciai-Piotrowskie” – Premieres Monday, June 8 on Acorn TV
As hostility mounts towards the Zaliskevicius-Piotrowska cabin, Alina retraces the journey that led them to Summerwater and her desperate attempts to do her family the best she can.
Episode 4 – “The Hendersons” – Premieres Monday, June 15 on Acorn TV
The Hendersons try their best to play happy families at Summerwater, but there is no escaping the past – particularly for their children, as Becky and Alex enter into dangerous territories.
Episode 5 – “Annie” – Premieres Monday, June 22 on Acorn TV
Becky’s risky pursuit of Gavin, a homeless veteran living in the woods by Summerwater, pushes his patience and reveals his true nature. Back at the cabins, Annie and David finally confront decades of secrecy, leaving their future in doubt.
Episode 6 – “The Fire” – Premieres Monday, June 29 on Acorn TV
Tensions between the Summerwater residents culminate in tragedy as divides are deepened, families are brought together, and lives are torn apart.
