'Red Rose' on Netflix: Top 5 British series to binge on Netflix before the horror-thriller drops
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Netflix is preparing to release 'Red Rose', an original series from BBC Three, internationally. 'Red Rose' is a horror-thriller series that follows a group of friends named "Dickheads" in Bolton, UK. The story starts during the long summer holidays after high school. Things go awry when a member of the group, Rochelle, receives a link to a mysterious app which leads to her death. The rest of the group tries to figure out why their friend died, but things are not as straightforward as it seems in this 8-episode thriller.
'Red Rose' is created by Michael and Paul Clarkson and directed by Lisa Siwe, Ramón Salazar, and Henry Blake. The thriller stars Amelia Clarkson as Wren Davis, Natalie Blair as Ashley Banister, Ellis Howard as Antony Longwell, Ali Khan as Tariq 'Taz' Sadiq, Ashna Rabheru as Jaya Mahajan, Harry Redding as Noah Royston, Natalie Gavin as Rachel Davis, Adam Nagaitis as Rick Bennett, Isis Hainsworth as Rochelle Mason and Samuel Anderson as Vinny Mason. 'Red Rose' unfolds in the land of Britain, and before the series drops on Netflix, here are the top 5 British series on Netflix that you can binge on.
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5. 'The Crown'
This hugely popular show is probably the most British series out there. The series is based on the play 'The Audience' by Peter Morgan. It begins with the wedding of Queen Elizabeth II to Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and continues to the present day. From politics to relationships, 'The Crown' explores it all through several chapters in history. With its fabulous casting, costumes, and setting, 'The Crown' exceeds the scope of a biopic and transports the viewer to the world of royal intrigue. This multiple Golden Globe winner boasts of a stellar cast, including Olivia Colman as Queen Elizabeth II, Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Vanessa Kirby as Princess Margaret, and more. So far, 5 seasons of 'The Crown' have been released and the sixth is expected to be the final season of the series.
4. 'Peaky Blinders'
A cult classic by now, 'Peaky Blinders' is a fan-favorite British period crime drama created by Steven Knight. Set after World War I in Birmingham, England, the story follows a smart and cunning crime family, led by Thomas Shelby. The Shelby family tries to control Birmingham and beyond and the events that follow form the crux of the story. Incredible acting, smart narration, and the rise of Shelby's empire leave us with an engaging story to watch. With a total of 6 seasons and 36 episodes, 'Peaky Blinders' stars Cillian Murphy as Thomas Shelby, Paul Anderson as Arthur Shelby, and Sophie Rundle as Ada Shelby.
3. 'Bridgerton'
At a time when periodic dramas can only be stoic or serious, 'Bridgerton' came in with all the colors in between. Set against the backdrop of the Regency Era and based on the book series by Julia Quinn, this romantic series follows the Bridgerton family and their 8 close-knit siblings as they try to find love. So far, 2 seasons of 'Bridgerton' have been released, with a total of 16 episodes.
2. 'Sex Education'
Set in Moordale Secondary School, 'Sex Education' follows the lives of teenagers, their parents, and teachers as they try to navigate dilemmas of sexual intimacy. Things heat up when two students secretly set up a sex therapy clinic at school. This breakthrough teen drama tackles several serious issues in an open way and comes with some incredible performances. 'Sex Education' has a worldwide fanbase and is told in a bold and beautiful style. So far, 3 seasons of the series have been released, with 24 episodes in total. A fourth season is on its way.
1. 'Heartstopper'
This coming-of-age high school drama might just be the feel-good binge-watch you badly need. Created by Alice Oseman, who is also the wonderful mind behind the webcomic of the same name, 'Heartstopper' follows the lives of several teens as they navigate high school, friendship, and love. 'Heartstopper' stars Joe Locke as Charlie Spring, Kit Connor as Nick Nelson, Yasmin Finney as Elle Argent and William Gao as Tao Xu. Season 1 of 'Heartstopper' has 8 episodes and it is set to be back for another season.
'Red Rose' will be streaming on Netflix internationally from February 15, 2023.