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Happy Valley, the popular British crime drama, released its third and final season on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 3:01 am ET on AMC+. The show also became available on Acorn TV and BBC America on the same day. The series follows the journey of a female police officer who solves complex cases while grappling with a profound personal tragedy.
The synopsis of the show, as per Netflix, reads:
''Starring BAFTA winner Sarah Lancashire, 'Happy Valley' is a six-part drama written by Sally Wainwright, and follows the personal and professional life of hard-working, dedicated police officer Catherine Cawood in a small town where drunkards, drug addicts and teenage pregnancies are a way of life.''
The synopsis further adds:
''Her world is turned upside down when the man she thinks is responsible for her daughter's death - Tommy Lee Royce (James Norton) - is released from prison.''
Sarah Lancashire and more returning cast members in Happy Valley season 3
The show has been praised for its gripping storyline, strong performances, and realistic portrayal of police work. The recurring cast members of Happy Valley have played a significant role in the show's success. Here is a detailed look at some of the recurring cast members:
1) Sarah Lancashire as Catherine Cawood
Catherine is the main character of the show and a police sergeant in West Yorkshire. In season 3, she is dealing with the aftermath of her grandson's kidnapping. Sarah Lancashire is known for her roles in Last Tango in Halifax, Coronation Street, and more. She has won several awards for her performances, including a BAFTA and an Olivier Award.
2) Siobhan Finneran as Clare Cartwright
Clare is Catherine's sister and a recovering drug addict. She works as a counselor and is a supportive presence in Catherine's life. Siobhan Finneran is known for her roles in Downton Abbey and Benidorm.
3) James Norton as Tommy Lee Royce
Tommy is a convicted r*pist and the primary antagonist of the show's first season. Norton's performance as Tommy was widely praised, and he was nominated for a BAFTA for his work on the show. He is known for his roles in Grantchester and War & Peace.
Some other recurring cast members include Rhys Connah as Ryan Cawood, Catherine's grandson who is kidnapped in season 3, and Charlie Murphy as Ann Gallagher Ann, who is a r*pe victim who Catherine helped in season 2.
New cast of Happy Valley season 3
The new characters introduced in the crime drama Happy Valley season 3 add a layer of complexity to the show's already gripping storyline.
1) Mollie Winnard as Joanna Hepworth
She is one of the new characters introduced in season 3. She is a young woman who was married to Rob (Mark Stanley), an abusive and controlling man. Joanna is a victim of domestic violence and is struggling to escape from her husband's grip.
Joanna Hepworth will be played by Mollie Winnard, who has appeared in the British soap opera Coronation Street and the TV series Doctors.
2) Mark Stanley as Rob Hepworth
He is Joanna's husband and the primary antagonist of her storyline. He is a violent and controlling man who is determined to keep Joanna under his thumb. Mark Stanley is known for his roles in Game of Thrones and White House Farm. He has also appeared in several films, including Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens and Dark River.
Some other new cast members in season 3 include Amit Shah as Faisal Bhatti, Jack Bandeira as Matija, Oliver Huntingdon as Ivan, Anthony Flanagan as Viktor, and Freddy Smith as Cesco.
Watch Happy Valley season 3, which released on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 3:01 am ET on AMC+.
