Channel 4 has released first look images of its new thriller The Gathering, featuring newcomer Eva Morgan and Saltburn’s Sadie Soverall in starring roles.
Morgan and Soverall play Kelly and Jessica, two competitive teen gymnasts growing up in Liverpool. Although Kelly is on her way to high-class competitions, she feels more at home with a group of urban free runners, who help her escape the world of gymnast-mums and strict schedules.
When Kelly and Jessica attend an illegal rave on a small tidal island, Kelly is assaulted and the drama moves into a whodunnit.
Vinette Robinson (Boiling Point) plays Jessica’s controlling parent Natalie, and Warren Brown (The Responder) is cast as Kelly’s single dad Paul. Through these characters, the drama examines helicopter parents and their perceived responsibilities over their children’s safety.
Further cast includes Richard Coyle (Then You Run), Sonny Walker (The Responder), Ryan Quarmby (The Last Kingdom) and newcomers Luca Kamleh-Chapman and Hebron Tedros.
The Gathering will air on Channel 4.
