What is Requiem about?

Requiem is a British television drama blending supernatural and thriller genres. It debuted on BBC One on February 2, 2018, consisting of six episodes which were simultaneously made available via BBC iPlayer. The story opens with the suicide of a London cellist's mother, propelling her into an investigation that uncovers unsettling links to a toddler's disappearance from a small Welsh village in 1994. The show's protagonist, Matilda Gray, portrayed by Lydia Wilson, is a rising star in the classical music world whose life spirals into chaos as she explores dark family secrets and confronts harrowing truths about her past. Supporting cast includes Joel Fry as Hal Fine, Matilda's best friend and musical partner, with key performances from James Frecheville, Sian Reese-Williams, Brendan Coyle, Claire Rushbrook, and Richard Harrington. Created and written by Kris Mrksa and directed by Mahalia Belo, the series was filmed with support from the Welsh Government, featuring authentic locations that accentuate the show's eerie and mysterious tone. Requiem dives deep into themes of identity, loss, and the supernatural, offering viewers a haunting exploration of how the past can irrevocably affect the present.

The first episode of Requiem aired on February 02, 2018 and the most recent episode to air was on March 16, 2018.