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BBC Unveils First-Look Images for Autumn Thriller The Guest

Matthew Barry’s four-part series stars Eve Myles opposite Gabrielle Creevy in a cat-and-mouse drama that examines class disparity

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Overview

  • The BBC has released first-look images and cast credits for The Guest, setting the stage for its autumn premiere on BBC One, BBC One Wales and iPlayer.
  • Created and executive produced by Matthew Barry, the four-part thriller is produced by Quay Street Productions, known for Netflix series Fool Me Once and Missing You.
  • The narrative centers on the toxic, manipulative bond between business owner Fran, played by Eve Myles, and her cleaner Ria, portrayed by Gabrielle Creevy.
  • BAFTA-winner Karen Lewis directs all four episodes with Sion Daniel Young and Emun Elliott among the supporting cast.
  • At its core The Guest explores themes of social mobility and power imbalance through a high-stakes game of cat and mouse.