FX may have another historical drama on its hands, as a new series debuts with a Rotten Tomatoes-perfect soundtrack. It was a big year for the cable network, which bested competitors at the Primetime Emmys and won the Best Drama and Best Comedy categories with the double whammy of Shogun and The Bear.
Although there is some disagreement about whether The Bear is actually a comedy, there is no denying the success of Shogun. The historical drama has a strong argument for being one of the best shows of the year, delighting audiences and critics alike. A new offering from FX, streaming on Hulu, aims to do the same.
Say Nothing has a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes
The new show is based on a book
The next adaptation Don’t say anything started with 100% perfect in Rotten tomatoes based on 9 reviews. THE the overall score drops to a very high 8.40/10although this grade is subject to change as more reviews come in. Still, given its overwhelmingly positive start, the historical drama looks poised to attract more positive reviews.
A slightly gentler coming-of-age story was told about The Troubles in the 2021 film Belfastdirected by Kenneth Branagh.
Based on the 2018 book by author Patrick Radden Keefe, with Josh Zetumer adapting the story for TV, Don’t say anything takes place in Northern Ireland during the conflict known as The Troubles. The saga spans four decades, beginning with the shocking disappearance of Jean McConville. A single mother of ten children, McConville was kidnapped from her home in 1972 and never seen alive again. The adaptation also highlights several members of the Irish Republican Army (IRA), exploring what they did for their beliefs.
With a cast that includes Lola Petticrew, Hazel Doupe, Anthony Boyle, Josh Finan and Maxine Peake, Don’t say anything has an impressive pedigree. Executive produced by Keefe, a reporter praised for his writing on The New Yorkerand Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson from American crime story.
The verdict on saying nothing
Definitely worth a look
A slightly gentler coming-of-age story was told about The Troubles in the 2021 film Belfastdirected by Kenneth Branagh. For those who liked the film and are curious about the story behind the series, Don’t say anything deserves its recommendation, as demonstrated by enthusiastic praise. It’s especially easy to recommend, as the show’s over-release allows subscribers to discover it at their own pace.
Don’t say anything premieres Thursday, November 14, with all nine episodes, on Hulu. Worldwide, including the UK and Ireland, it will be available on Disney+.
Source: Rotten tomatoes