Desperate Measures Season 1 • TV Show
Desperate Measures • TV Show • Rating 6.9 out of 10
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Are there new episodes of Desperate Measures coming?
Desperate Measures is marked as an ended series, with its final episode airing on December 5, 2022. At this time there are no new seasons or episodes announced, so the release radar for this show is effectively closed unless a revival or spin-off is announced. When the next release does arrive, it is expected to carry the same content rating of 15 (IE), which can influence when it airs on different providers and platforms.
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Watch the official trailers for Desperate Measures
Watch the main official trailer for Desperate Measures in one place. Most of these clips were released around February 2023, capturing the show at its peak marketing push. Use the carousel to sample the show's visual style, story hooks and production quality before you dive into full episodes.
Uploaded in February 2023
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overview
What is Desperate Measures about?
It's just business. Rowan's life spirals when Finn is coerced into a botched drug deal by a local gang. With Finn's life on the line and a violent gang leader encroaching on her life, Rowan is faced with recouping the money that Finn lost. It blends drama and crime elements. The series reflects a distinct United Kingdom style and perspective. The story is shaped by its creators, Tim Dynevor and Mike Benson.
cast
Cast and creators of Desperate Measures
The main cast includes Amanda Abbington, Warren Brown and Sunetra Sarker. Behind the scenes, it is created by Tim Dynevor and Mike Benson, directed by Anthony Philipson, shaped by showrunner Adam Barth.
Amanda Abbington
as Rowan Taylor
Warren Brown
as Patrick
Sunetra Sarker
as Varisha
Francis Magee
as Mal Taylor
Jesse Cescatti-McFarlane
as Finn Taylor
Gábor Nagypál
as Kristof
Seb Cardinal
as Clive Powell
Jonathan Nyati
as Detective Simmons