Fans of historical drama ‘gutted’ as show cancelled after just one season
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Shardlake fans have declared they are ‘gutted’ after the period drama was cancelled after one season. Based on the historical mystery novels of the same name by C.J. Sansom, the series was set during the reign of Henry VIII in the 16th century. The four episodes followed barrister Master Matthew Shardlake (Arthur Hughes) after he is sent by Thomas Cromwell (Sean Bean) to investigate the death of a commissioner in the remote monastery of Scarnsea.
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However, he is then ‘drawn into a web of lies that threatens not only his integrity but his life’ after is becomes clear the murder is not the first to have been committed. When the TV adaptation finally made it to screens, 20 years after Sansom granted the rights to producer Stevie Lee, viewers praised the production.
‘Gripping atmospheric historical drama, great cast,’ Peter posted on Rotten Tomatoes, where the series holds an 81% rating. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video.
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Up Next. ‘Captured the spirit of the books – watched all parts in one sitting! Riveting, entertaining script – all central performances are excellent. Arthur Hughes especially good, capturing all of the nuances and complexities of the titular character. Roll on season 2!’ Rob wrote.
