Historical Drama With 92% RT Score Becomes Streaming Hit

A new historical drama is making waves on the streaming charts. With the year coming to a close, Shōgun may well be synonymous with the genre. The epic, from creators Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks, and based on the novel by James Clavell, swept the Emmys and will be returning for Shōgun season 2. But there have been other standouts.

As much as Shōgun dominated the early months of 2024, it’s also been a solid year for well-known directors helping to spotlight historical dramas. Apple TV+ had Masters of the Air, from the producing team of Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, which was well-received. HBO had The Sympathizer from acclaimed director Park Chan-wook, a war drama that boasted one of the best premiere episodes on the small screen. Now, a new entry on the streaming charts is another excellent addition.

Say Nothing Is A Streaming Hit

It’s Also A Favorite With Critics

Reelgood, which tracks audience interest, shares that Say Nothing is trending on the streaming charts. FX’s historical drama, which streams on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally, recently debuted and took the No. 7 in the TV-centric Top 10 for the week of November 14 through to November 20, across all platforms. The television list was topped by the returning Yellowstone season 5. Other entries included Landman, Cross, and The Day of the Jackal.

The drama is also a standout on Rotten Tomatoes, currently holding a 92% score based on 32 reviews, which averages out to an impressive 8.40/10. The audience score is also identical, 92% based on more than 100 ratings. Ben Gibbons’ review of Say Nothing for Screen Rant has been similarly glowing, calling the show and its exploration of the IRA “spectacular.”

What’s Say Nothing About?

It Comes From An Impressive Team

The nine-episode series is based on the 2018 book by author Patrick Radden Keefe, with Josh Zetumer adapting the story for TV. The story unfolds in Northern Ireland during the conflict known as The Troubles and spans four decades. It starts with the disappearance of Jean McConville, a single mother of ten, who was abducted from her home in 1972 and never seen again. From there, the FX and Hulu adaptation focuses on a number of Irish Republican Army (IRA) members, offering a deep examination of a divided society.

The cast of Say Nothing includes Lola Petticrew, Hazel Doupe, Anthony Boyle, Josh Finan, and Maxine Peake in key roles. It also features a large group of supporting actors, such as Emma Quinn, Frank Blake, and The Diplomat‘s Rory Kinnear. But the biggest draw for the series may well be behind the camera, as the project hails from an esteemed group of writers and producers.

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Say Nothing is executive produced by Keefe, a reporter praised for his writing in The New Yorker, and specifically for his work that inspired the FX series. Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson of American Crime Story are among the producing team. Despite the heavy subject matter, which was highlighted with a gentler gaze in the Kenneth Branagh film Belfast, the acclaim and talent behind the adaptation makes it a late contender for one of the year’s best.

Source: Reelgood

Say Nothing is a film examining the perspectives of Irish Republican Army members, delving into the intense commitment to beliefs, the transition from division to conflict, and the enduring impact of radical violence. The narrative reflects on the emotional and psychological burdens resulting from a culture of silence.

Cast

Anthony Boyle , Hazel Doupe , Lola Petticrew , Josh Finan , Maxine Peake

Character(s)

Brendan Hughes , Marian Price , Dolours Price , Gerry Adams , Older Dolours Price

Release Date

November 14, 2024

Network

Hulu

Producers

Brad Simpson , Edward McDonnell , Monica Levinson , Nina Jacobson , Joshua Zetumer , Michael Lennox