A ‘chill-inducing’ drama has landed on ITVX (Image: ITV)
Suranne Jones won legions of fans in Coronation Street but now fans are warned to her performance in Maryland.
Suranne has had a remarkable transformation from soap favourite to formidable force in the entertainment industry. The actress has consistently made excellent career choices that have thrilled her fans, one of which was ITV’s charming yet under-the-radar drama, Maryland.
Featuring Suranne Jones and Eve Best in leading roles, Maryland sinks its teeth into juicy dramatic material and confidently stakes its claim.
Despite – a dead body on a deserted beach, a large package of smuggled drugs delivered to an enigmatic woman – this ITV female identity, complex family dynamics, and the quest for freedom before it’s too late.
Suranne and Eve portray sisters who have allowed time to gradually distance them from each other. These contrasting siblings are then compelled to reconcile when they discover that the body found is their mother’s, reports the
Maryland sees Suranne Jones and Eve Best in leading roles (Image: ITV)
As is typical in such dramas, the two sisters lead vastly different lives and react differently to situations (and each other). The women are then forced to face each other, themselves, and their past, while recognising their enduring and unaltered affection for each other.
Maryland is far from your average series, with Suranne Jones delivering an outstanding performance that captivates audiences. As a co-creator alongside Anne Marie O’Connor, she imbues the show with a gravitas and emotional richness that sets her apart from many of her peers.
The character of Eve, played by Jones, hits all the right notes in what can cheekily be dubbed a ‘best’ portrayal. Audiences have been taken aback by the show’s conclusion, which ties up the narrative beautifully, making for a highly binge-worthy drama.
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Suranne Jones and Eve Best play sisters in ITV drama Maryland (Image: Brentwood Gazette)
Praised as ” incredibly sweet with a wonderful ensemble cast.”, Maryland has resonated deeply with its viewers, one of whom took to to express their fondness for the series: “I really enjoyed it – great scenery (filmed in Ireland) and good interaction between the two leads.”
The series has also been lauded as a “chill-inducing, moving portrait of sisterhood”, offering an emotionally-packed viewing experience. On social media, Suranne Jones’ acting has received heartfelt recognition, with one admirer stating on ‘X’: “Just wanted to hug Suranne in all the Maryland scenes she’s in. Rebecca suffers too much in this one.”
Another viewer confessed their shock at a particular moment involving Jones: “Finally watching Maryland and got jumpscared by Suranne Jones kissing a man… it hasn’t happened in so long.”