Series synopsis
The Essex Serpent is a British drama television series that premiered on Apple TV on May 13, 2022. It ended on June 10, 2022. It stars Claire Danes, Tom Hiddleston, Frank Dillane and Clémence Poésy.
London widow Cora Seaborne moves to Essex to investigate reports of a mythical serpent. She forms a surprising bond of science and skepticism with the local vicar—but when tragedy strikes, locals accuse her of attracting the creature.
Premise
London widow Cora Seaborne moves to Essex to investigate reports of a mythical serpent. She forms a surprising bond of science and skepticism with the local vicar—but when tragedy strikes, locals accuse her of attracting the creature.
Premise: Love is the greatest mystery.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Claire Danes as Cora Seaborne
- Tom Hiddleston as Will Ransome
- Frank Dillane as Dr Luke Garrett
- Clémence Poésy as Stella Ransome
- Hayley Squires as Martha
Guest cast
- Gareth Berliner as Thomas Taylor
- Darragh Cowley as Young Man
- Lily-Rose Aslandogdu as Naomi Banks
- Gerard Kearns as Henry Banks
- Michael Jibson as Matthew Evansford
- Caspar Griffiths as Frankie Seaborne
- Nitin Ganatra as Charles Ambrose
- Dixie Egerickx as Jo Ransome
- Ryan Reffell as John Ransome
- Michelle Asante as Maureen Fry
- Robin Berry as Jonah
- Rebecca Ineson as Gracie Banks
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 6 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | May 13, 2022 | June 10, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Blackwater London widow Cora Seaborne relocates to Essex to learn the truth about a rumored “sea dragon.” When a local girl goes missing, fears escalate. |
May 13, 2022 |
| 2 |
Matters of the Heart Cora moves to Aldwinter, but the grieving villagers don't welcome her. Naomi struggles with her guilt about what happened to Gracie. |
May 13, 2022 |
| 3 |
Falling After fishermen claim they were attacked by the serpent, Cora becomes more determined to understand what's in the water. |
May 20, 2022 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Apple TV |
|---|---|
| First aired | May 13, 2022 |
| Last aired | June 10, 2022 |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Friday |