Collateral
Collateral

Collateral

2018TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

When a pizza delivery driver is shot dead in south London, a tenacious detective goes after the people traffickers behind his murder and unravels a conspiracy that goes to the top.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic67/100
Google Users78%
Director: Vicky JonesGenres: Drama, Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

The series follows Kip, a danish nurse, who discovers that her new love, David, a charismatic and successful lawyer, is not who he says he is. As Kip delves deeper into David's secretive life, she finds herself entangled in a dangerous web of deception, uncovering a darker side to his world. The story explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the lengths one will go to for love and survival. It is a gripping narrative that questions the nature of relationships and the secrets people keep.

Critical Reception

Collateral received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While many praised the performances, particularly Carey Mulligan's, and the show's stylish direction and suspenseful atmosphere, some found the plot to be convoluted or predictable at times. The series was noted for its exploration of class and privilege within its crime thriller narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong lead performance and atmospheric tension.
  • Criticized by some for a convoluted or familiar plot.
  • Appreciated for its stylish direction and exploration of social themes.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the compelling performances and the intriguing, albeit sometimes complex, storyline. Many viewers found the show to be a stylish and engaging thriller, with a particular emphasis on Carey Mulligan's captivating role. Some opinions suggest that while the plot twists were interesting, they occasionally strained credulity.

Fun Fact

The miniseries was filmed in London, utilizing various iconic locations to enhance its gritty and urban aesthetic.

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Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

I watched this primarily because Nicola Walker is in it and she never disappoints. As much as I loved her in River and Unforgotten, it’s was refreshing to see her play a non-detective in a police show detective (she was brilliant as a perp...
Noffica

Noffica

This show, like so many other British TV shows, uses a conspiracy involving members of some security forces in its principal plot. It’s an oft-repeated plot. Secondly, the personal lives of several characters have no bearing on the plot,...