Ella Purnell Explores Untapped Female Rage in New Series 'Sweetpea'

The Starz and Sky Atlantic series marks Purnell's debut as an executive producer, diving into complex themes of empowerment and morality.

Sweetpea is described as a 'female Dexter meets Fleabag,' focusing on the complex journey of a young woman, Rhiannon, who channels her repressed rage into a murder spree.
Ella Purnell, known for her roles in Fallout and Yellowjackets, stars as Rhiannon and takes on her first role as an executive producer.
Purnell discusses the challenge of portraying a morally complex character without judgment, emphasizing the psychological depth required for the role.
The series is based on C.J. Skuse's book and will premiere on October 10 on Starz in the U.S. and Sky Atlantic in the U.K.
Sweetpea aims to provoke thought on the societal perceptions of female rage, a theme Purnell feels is rarely represented on screen.