Zara Woodcock
Freelance Writer
Zara Woodcock is a freelance writer covering all things TV, sharing the latest news on the best shows to watch, from hair-raising thrillers to classic detective dramas. She previously covered entertainment, music, and pop culture moments at The Mirror and Metro.co.uk.
“The best BBC drama in years”: Hinterland is the “exceptional” crime drama Shetland fans will love
It's dark, twisty and very addictive!
“Better than The Handmaid’s Tale”: Top of the Lake is Elisabeth Moss’s “superb” crime drama to binge tonight
Elisabeth Moss makes the perfect detective in this chilling drama.
“Up there with Slow Horses”: 7 “outstanding” Emma Thompson dramas to watch now on ITV, Netflix, the BBC & more
From the perfect period drama to a racy role that got everyone talking.
“Channel 5’s most gripping series”: Why “twisty” domestic thriller The Fortune will be your new TV obsession
Poldark's Eleanor Tomlinson leads the cast.
"A charming encounter": Inside Amandaland’s “superb” second series with “surprise” new love interest
Romance is on the cards - but not for who you might think!
Bodyguard meets Doctor Foster: Cheat is Katherine Kelly’s “10/10” psychological thriller to binge this week
It's the kind of series you'll want to cancel plans for.
Step aside Love Island, the stars of ITV’s “ageless” dating show Farming for Love will win you over in seconds
Remember Farmer Wants a Wife? It's been given a revamp.
“A masterclass in murder mysteries”: Magpie Murders is Lesley Manville’s “fantastic” drama to watch tonight
There are six mind-bending episodes to enjoy!
“His most gripping series yet”: The Woods is Harlan Coben's “personal” new thriller with a “perfect” cast
It stars some familiar faces!
“The TV reboot of dreams”: Inside the BBC’s “refreshed” Monarch of the Glen series with “surprise” change
Monarch of the Glen is back - and it's worth the two-decade wait!
“A creepy abduction drama”: The Whisper Man is the "superb" Netflix crime thriller with a “terrifying” twist
A decades-old serial killer case comes back to haunt a quiet town.
“TV’s most underrated drama”: Dead Still is the “perfect” detective series for Midsomer Murders fans
A post-mortem photographer finds himself dragged into a bizarre murder mystery.
“Up there with The Split": The Jury is ITV's “tension-packed” legal drama that will hook you in minutes
Julie Walters is the feistiest defence barrister we've seen.
No more TV fatigue! 7 “best-kept-secret” dramas to watch now on ITV, Netflix, the BBC and more
From an underrated Elisabeth Moss series to an early Stephen Graham drama.
Better than Doc Martin: Manhunt is Martin Clunes' “compulsive” crime drama to watch on repeat
It's about as gripping as crime dramas get.
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“As good as crime dramas get”: 8 “underrated” Sheridan Smith dramas to watch on ITV, Netflix, the BBC & more
From a powerful true crime drama to a "forgotten" rom-com.
"A gem of a mystery thriller”: First Woman is ITV’s “genius” new series with an “unnerving” premise
A journey into space turns into something more sinister in ITV's new thriller.
Move over Sherlock, Hudson & Rex is the “terrific” detective drama that’s twice as charming
Sorry Sherlock, there's a new detective in town...
“A 10/10 crime drama”: The Walk-In is Stephen Graham’s “chilling” real-life series to binge this weekend
Stephen Graham is superb in this gritty drama.
“ITV’s best detective drama”: The Pembrokeshire Murders is the “10/10” series that belongs on your watchlist
It's seriously gripping - and only three episodes long.
“More watchable than Midsomer Murders”: The Coroner is the “superb” detective drama to binge in one go
Crime, a coastal setting and romance - this detective drama has it all.
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“Like Happy Valley but darker”: 7 “terrific” Siobhan Finneran dramas to watch on ITV, Netflix, the BBC & more
There's no end to Siobhan Finneran's brilliance - and these shows are proof.
“A beyond brilliant detective drama”: Murder in Provence is the “charming” whodunnit to rival the greatest
We can't get enough of this cosy crime drama.
“Better than an Agatha Christie”: 7 “hidden gem” murder mystery series to watch on ITV, Netflix, BBC & more
Already binged all the classic murder mysteries? We've got some fresh ideas for you...
"Glued to the screen”: Without Sin is Vicky McClure’s “twisty” psychological thriller to watch in one go
Vicky is a grieving mother swept up in a complex mystery.
“A whodunnit for the ages”: This is Not a Murder Mystery is the “genius” new series for Agatha Christie fans
The new detective series is coming to the UK imminently!
Sherlock meets Midsomer Murders: Monsieur Spade is the “hidden gem” detective drama to binge tonight
This 'forgotten' detective drama is up there with the very best.
“A detective’s worst nightmare”: The Marked Woman is Netflix’s “brilliant” new series that’ll test your nerves
A detective finds themselves in an impossible situation in this twisty new series.
“An unmissable crime drama”: Inside Stephen Graham’s “tough” new role in “incredible” drama Animol
Stephen Graham fans, you're going to like his new drama.
“Better than Unforgotten”: 7 “underrated” whodunnit series to watch now on ITV, Netflix, the BBC and more
From a best-kept-secret Stephen Graham drama to a little-known Harlan Coben thriller.
“A new crime thriller obsession”: The Day is the “edge-of-your-seat” series Line of Duty fans will adore
Minnie Driver is the perfect hostage negotiator in this twist-filled series.
Step aside Slow Horses, The Copenhagen Test is the “fantastic” Channel 4 spy thriller to watch this weekend
Slow Horses just got some serious competition!