The Assassin

Julie Green lives quietly on a secluded Greek island, trying to keep the life she built apart from the person she used to be. When her estranged son Edward arrives from England with questions about his paternity, old tensions flare and polite conversation slides into sharp frustration. Just as they inch toward a frank exchange, violence from Julie's concealed history erupts, shattering their fragile calm. Suddenly they have to leave the island and stay ahead of those who want Julie gone, while the pair try to sort out their relationship amid urgent danger and mounting suspicion.

Created by brothers Harry Williams and Jack Williams, the 2025 series stars Keeley Hawes and Freddie Highmore, with Gerald Kyd, Shalom Brune-Franklin, and Devon Terrell in key roles. The show leans on atmospheric locations and a tight, character-driven cast.

As of release, the series has not secured major industry awards or high-profile nominations. It has drawn attention in reviews and streaming lists, but no Emmys, Golden Globes, or equivalent wins have been reported so far.

Early audience chatter highlights the show's sun-drenched yet dangerous island setting and the chemistry between Hawes and Highmore. Conversations online have focused on its blend of domestic drama and crime suspense, and on how location and mood shape the series' identity.

Critical response is mixed to positive, reflected in a community vote average of 6.722 out of 10 from 54 votes. Reviewers tend to praise the lead performances and the slow-building tension, while some point to uneven pacing and mysteries that feel familiar. The series spends a lot of time on themes of motherhood, identity, loyalty, and the long shadow of past choices.