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‘The Woman in the Wall’ (2023) release date, plot, cast and is the psychological drama worth watching

Set against the backdrop of Ireland’s controversial Magdalene Laundries, ‘The Woman in the Wall’ is a thrilling murder mystery

Series name: The Woman in the Wall

Platform: Showtime

Release date: January 19, 2024

No. of episodes: 06

Country of origin: US

Genre: Psychological drama

Woven around the central theme of past trauma, 'The Woman in the Wall' is all set to make its Showtime debut on Friday, January 19.

Since its BBC One premiere on August 27, 2023, the series has garnered rave reviews for its gripping narrative of the protagonist's (Ruth Wilson) encounter with Ireland's controversial Magdalene Laundries.

What is the plot of 'The Woman in the Wall’?

‘The Woman in the Wall’ follows the story of Lorna Brady's ordeal with her trauma and a detective, Colman Akande, who is on a quest to unravel a murder mystery.

Who stars in 'The Woman in the Wall’?

Ruth Wilson 

Ruth Wilson, who plays the protagonist, Lorna Brady, is famous for her layered and rich acting.

She gained critical acclaim for her roles in ‘Luthar’, ‘The Affair', and ‘Jane Eyre'. Winner of the Golden Globes for Best Actress in 2015, Wilson has been nominated three times for BAFTA. 

Daryl McCormack 

Daryl McCormack essays the role of Detective Colman Akande in the series. The actor made his acting debut with ‘Fair City’ in 2015.

Shortly after, he appeared in the short movie ‘Neon’. McCormack's acting credits include roles in the BBC series ‘Peaky Blinders,’ ‘Bad Sisters,’ and ‘Pixie.’

Simon Delaney 

Simon Delaney breathes life into the character of Sergeant Aidan Massey. He made his screen debut in 1998 and has gained recognition for his work in both television and movies.

His notable work credits include the drama ‘The Good Wife,’ as well as movies ‘Zonad,’ and ‘The Conjuring.’

Other cast members include Philippa Dunne, Mark Huberman, Hilda Fay, and Frances Tomelty, among others.

Who is the director of ‘The Woman in the Wall’?

The series is co-directed by Harry Wootliff and Rachna Suri. Wootliff has ‘Only You, Nits', and ‘True Things’ to her writing and directing credits.

Whereas, Suri is well known for directing ‘Children of Men’ and ‘The Wednesday Matinee Club’.

Is ‘The Woman in the Wall’ worth watching?

‘The Woman in the Wall’ offers a rollercoaster ride where the protagonist embarks on a journey to unearth a murder mystery. The drama delves into deep emotions and intriguing plot twists.

The series is definitely worth a try if you appreciate nontraditional storytelling with strong emotional resonance.

'The Woman in the Wall' trailer