It’s not often we come across a crime drama we'd call “exceptional”, but a brand-new series has just landed on Channel 4 that we’d describe as exactly that. The Devil’s Leap is the unnerving father-daughter series that tells the story of a hike gone terrifyingly wrong – and it’s all yours to binge this weekend.
The four-part series, which originally aired in France and has now been acquired by Channel 4’s Walter Presents, sees former Special Forces operative Paul Vilar (Philippe Bas) arranged a hiking trip with his estranged teenage daughter, Sara (Maïra Schmitt). So far, so simple. But this is no ordinary hiking trip, as Sara witnesses a horrifying murder that sets the pair off on the most dangerous of paths.
With the gripping drama now available to watch on Channel 4, here's everything you need to know about The Devil's Leap before you tune in, including the cast, plot and how to watch it.
What is The Devil's Leap about?
The four-part crime drama follows former Special Forces operative Paul Vilar (Philippe Bas), who attempts to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter, Sara (Maïra Schmitt). However, an initially peaceful hiking trip in the French Alps quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival.
You see, during the hike, Sara accidentally witnesses a violent murder by people-traffickers, and both her and her father’s lives are suddenly in grave danger. With ruthless criminals on their trail, it’s up to Paul to use his elite training to protect Sara while avoiding capture. But can they escape the traffickers?
Over the course of the series, we’ll see the pair navigate treacherous terrain, uncover secrets from Paul’s past, and face their fractured bond head on. Part crime drama, part relationship drama, it’s well worth a watch!
Who's in the cast of The Devil's Leap?
The cast of The Devil’s Leap includes:
- Philippe Bas
- Maïra Schmitt
- Armelle Deutsch
- Laurent Maurel
- Yann Pradal
- Olivier Sa
- Sébastien Thirion
- Denis Braccini
- Dorylia Calmel
- Thomas Di Genova
- Rémi Poilane
- Christophe Gendreau
- David Marnezy
- Amandine Longeac
Is The Devil's Leap any good?
Yes, it’s dark, it’s pacy and it's exactly the sort of crime drama that’s worth carving out time in your weekend for. Series 1 originally aired in France to very positive reviews – so positive, in fact, that a second series has also been made. Here’s hoping that’s next on Channel 4’s list of shows to acquire!
How can I watch The Devil's Leap?
The full boxset has arrived just in time for the weekend! All four episodes are available to watch now on C4 Streaming. Happy viewing!
What else is worth watching on Channel 4?
We'd highly recommend tuning into The Shadow, which is also available to stream now. The series follows Norah (played by Deleila Piasko), a journalist who embarks on a new life in Vienna. When she gets there, however, things take a dark turn when she meets a beggar who tells her that, in six weeks, she’s going to a kill a man named Arthur Grimm. Prepare for a creepy watch indeed!
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