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I really enjoyed this. I've pretty much ran out of new series ( I've been watching all the UK crime ones) and found this last night. I like how they keep you guessing throughout, did he didn't he. Well acted and good script. Stayed up til almost 4am watching all 4. I clapped at the end. Haha. I don't know why but I did. I highly recommend if you are into these type of series. Very good one!

Innocent was shown here (NZ) as a TV mini-series - From the start we are more-or-less assured that David Collins has been falsley incarcerated for 7 years ; accused of his wifes murder. Red herrings are scatterred near and far during the four 1 hour episodes of this well acted drama. There were one or two minor points that could have ben better developed, the baised and mis-placed one eyed opinion of the initial investigator for one. Finally with yet another plot twist all is resolved, but after all the intricacies introduced during the build up I did feel things ended a little too sudden/conveniently which resulted in an 8 rather than a 10 out of 10 for this entertaining whodunnit.

The first season of Innocent was released in 2018, four episodes of solid writing and acting. I thought it was canceled as I didn't see a season 2 in 2019. Then lo and behold season 2 shows up in 2021. Not totally unusual, the great Swedish police procedural "Beck" started in 1998 and about every two years or so another few episodes come out.

Season 1 & 2 are separate stories with new actors. Hope there is a season 3 next year.

Innocent has been well worth watching. A four part story that takes you on a journey of crime, its impact on the guilty, and the innocent. Emotionally charged throughout, it was gripping, engaging and thought provoking. Clues are drip fed through, with the solution delivered late in the day, you're led up several blind alleys, and keep wondering if he's guilty or innocent.

Very well acted, Lee Ingleby is superb, as are Hermione Norris and Adrian Rawlins. How nice to have a drama transmitted over four consecutive nights, the way people view has changed, I'm certainly a binge watcher, this suited me.

I did guess the outcome in episode 1, that's my only criticism, some actors and actresses are type cast in certain roles, this was unfortunately the case. Didn't detract from the enjoyment though.

First class drama, 9/10

This excellent crime drama has just aired in New Zealand. Each episode keeps moving and new twists to the story introduced. Obviously a tragic situation with a huge impact on the affected family, but the story keeps moving to discover who is the perpetrator. I gave this a 10/10 (which is rare) simply because I was captivated to the end.

Directed by Richard Clark, Innocent is a four-part whodunit that is half by-the-book, paint-by-numbers, nothing-you-haven't-seen-before, and half superbly and realised and expansive family drama. The show begins with David Collins (Lee Ingleby) being acquitted for the murder of his wife, having already spent seven years in jail for the crime. Viewers are never left in any doubt as to Collins's innocence, which does have the unfortunate side-effect of making the characters who are convinced of his guilt seem either naive or antagonistic-by-default. Collins's quest to uncover the truth and learn why people he trusted lied during his trial is never especially gripping, with no real urgency, no major twists, and a decided sense of "is that it?"

Where the show really succeeds, however, is in the depth of Matthew Arlidge and Chris Lang's depiction of the secondary characters whose lives are changed irreparably as the effects of Collins's release ripple outward; his brother Phil (Daniel Ryan), with whom he moves in; his sister-in-law Alice (Hermione Norris), whose testimony that he beat his wife was an important factor in his conviction; her amiable husband Rob (Adrian Rawlins); DCI William Beech (Nigel Lindsay), the original lead investigator, who may (or may not) have suppressed evidence; DI Cathy Hudson (Angel Coulby), the new lead investigator, who also happens to be Beech's girlfriend; Collins's children, Jack (Fionn O'Shea) and Rosie (Eloise Webb), who were adopted by Alice and Rob after the trial; Tom Wilson (Elliot Cowan), Collins's former best friend, whose failure to provide him an alibi led to his conviction; Melissa Wilson (Hannah Britland), Tom's wife, who suspects he knows more than he's letting on; and Louise Wilson (Christine Cole), Tom's ex-wife, who left him after she discovered his affair with Melissa. Each of these characters are given a fair amount of dialogue, screen time, and character development as the show lets the whodunit plot fade somewhat into the background, and it's here where the narrative is at its most enjoyable. It's not going to change your life, but it's worth a look.

Ticked all my boxes, a decent script, well directed, good performances from all. From start to finish it kept me hooked, and the story was plausable, unlike some dramas. Well worth viewing, and I liked the four consecutive night scheduling, as waiting for a month to find the truth, is frustrating for some of us.

This a fine piece of television with a constantly weaving story line that keeps you rivited to your seat. All the characters are well acted and the direction is top class. Best of all, it keeps us thinking - there is no chance to nod off or or pop out to put the kettle on - you'd miss too much. The atmosphere of the coast comes through really well - Hayling Island near Portsmouth is a relatively unknown place to non-boating folk and has a bit of a reputation as a caravan/holiday camp place yet the atmosphere really comes alive here. Great atmospheric cinematography that never gets in the way - no gimmics just good.

But on UK transmission, something is very wrong with the sound - especially the outdoor scenes. It sounds like it wasn't recorded properly - almost just as though they used the built-in mic on the camera! They've used a lot of compression to try to make it more distinct and ADR people are in the credits so it doesn't make a lot of sence. Oh well, we must not let it spoil a great piece of TV but please ITV, get your quality control working!!!!!

We've just finished watching INNOCENT on Israeli cable TV and thoroughly enjoyed this excellent four part mini-series. The first three episodes kept me spellbound and whilst the ending was somewhat contrived, it's still an excellent drama.

The excellent production has a wonderful cast and stars Lee Ingleby and a host of talented British actors. The story is set in beautiful scenery which only adds to the atmosphere. Great TV!

Well written, well performed and a powerful story, with a fantastic ending plus twist.

Well written drama that didn't have the usual plot holes or unbelievable character actions that seem to plague a lot of these series. Well acted and plausible. Maybe the final disclosure was a bit 'hurried' but none the less all the episodes kept your interest. Recommended viewing for a 'two night' binge.

If you've seen enough of this type story scenario before then you know that you'll be presented w/characters that at times seem like the guilty party (including our prime suspect who's already spent time for the crime), and as you get tossed back 'n' forth "yes, it's that one, no it's that one) in the back of your mind you wonder "what/who are they not revealing?". Anyway, had to suffer through the lot & didn't really care for any of them; a truly justified ending would be to put them all away including the kids.

Just started watching this, one of the best whodunits I've seen in such a long time, only seen the first two episodes of Season two, will definitely be binge watching the first season, everything about it is excellent.

It's got it all. An unfaithful wife. A grisly murder. A smarmy entitled medical consultant. Sibling rivalry and jealousy. Lots of red herrings. Well acted and great scenery. That's season 1, season 2 isn't on Netflix yet so I can't comment on that.

Not sure I understand the reviewer who said it ticks all the woke boxes. Did they watch a different show? Or was it just the presence of a Black detective?

Just how mini series should be, engaging entertaining and a twist at the end. Watch it if you like crime detective et al.

So the first season was brilliant great plot and story line.

Second season dramatic drop there was no real story line or build up to the plot it just came out Of know here felt it was rushed.

These mini-series are tightly written to keep you interested until the end. The plot twists got me every time. The main characters made you wonder about if they really were innocent. There were times when I questioned how I would have felt or would have treated someone. A must watch, I hope they do more.

The "innocent" of the title, as you would expect isn't squeeky clean! The deceased (his wife who was murdered 7 years earlier) also isn't/wasn't. Her family (sister and hubby) are equally not very likeable. Plus to add to that you have another party involved who equally is very unlikeable. Not enough of the Hayling Island location for my liking plus do NOT be deceived by the way the director makes you think about who the real guilty party is - you don't find out until theres about 6 minutes left. Before that, you will (if you fall for it) be guided by the director towards at least 1 major suspect - who then gets released by the police! Cleverly done. Ingelby isn't a likeable lead for this one and Norris (as the female lead) is even less likeable-but then domineering people usually are. Cleverly crafted and very watchable

This seems to happen far too often. The first season of a show is superb -- well acted, well-written, well directed -- and the second season is the opposite. The only problem with this first series is the ending, in which too many complicated actions take place in far too short a time.

Then we get to the second season, which is poorly acted, written as though the writers had only a couple of hours to finish it all, and filled with plot holes that destroy any semblance of reality. Worse, it's so obvious who the villain is you see it coming from the start.

Advice: Indulge in season 1. Ignore season 2.

Didnt get a chance till tonight to sit and start watching Innocent. Couldnt step away and found myself watching 4 shows in a row. Riveting to say the least and was happy with the ending. Just watch it :)