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Genre
Drama
Year
2017
Runtime
1 season

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The Replacement

Deception, obsession, betrayal: Unravel the truth in The Replacement.

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Synopsis

The Replacement is a thrilling psychological drama series that follows the story of a talented architect, Ellen, played by Neve McIntosh, who becomes pregnant and goes on maternity leave. While she is away, she struggles to maintain control over her career and personal life. Things take a dark turn when Paula, her replacement, played by Vicky McClure, becomes obsessed with Ellen's life and starts to unravel secrets that threaten everything Ellen holds dear. The tension builds as Ellen fights to protect her family and career from Paula's sinister intentions, leading to a gripping and unpredictable narrative of deception, manipulation, and betrayal.

Cast

  • Morven Christie

    Morven Christie

    Ellen Rooney

  • Vicky McClure

    Vicky McClure

    Paula Reece

  • Richard Rankin

    Richard Rankin

    Ian Rooney

  • Neve McIntosh

    Neve McIntosh

    Kay Gillies

  • Navin Chowdhry

    Navin Chowdhry

    Keiran

  • Kim Allan

    Kim Allan

    Lucy

Reviews

The Replacement has received critical acclaim for its engaging storyline, strong performances, and suspenseful atmosphere. Rotten Tomatoes gave the series a rating of 85%, with critics praising the intense rivalry between Ellen and Paula and the psychological depth of the characters. IMDb users have rated The Replacement an impressive 8.1/10, highlighting the show's gripping plot twists and the stellar acting by Neve McIntosh and Vicky McClure. Metacritic also lauded the series with a score of 78 out of 100, with reviewers commending the tense atmosphere and the dynamic between the two female leads. Overall, The Replacement has been hailed as a must-watch for fans of psychological thrillers, offering a fresh perspective on the dark side of ambition and motherhood.