British Thriller Apple Tree Yard Travels to Canada

Super Channel has picked up the critically acclaimed U.K. drama Apple Tree Yard from FremantleMedia International.

The four-part psychological thriller is based on the best-selling novel from Louise Doughty and stars Oscar nominee Emily Watson. It will make its Canadian broadcast premiere on November 19 at 9 p.m. Each episode will also be available to viewers on Super Channel On Demand the day following its weekly linear broadcast.

“Our viewers have come to expect outstanding British dramas on our schedule, so we are delighted to be able to bring them this captivating and emotional thriller,” said Melissa Kajpust, Super Channel’s director of programming, international distributors and Canadian presales. “With its compelling characters, incredible plot twists and exceptional performances by Emily Watson and Ben Chaplin, we know this intelligent series won’t disappoint.”

Michela Di Mondo, the senior VP of sales and distribution for FMI Canada, said, “Apple Tree Yard is contemporary drama at its best, with a gripping storyline which takes audiences on a very unexpected journey. With an amazingly strong cast led by Oscar nominee Emily Watson, this bold and thrilling series is the perfect addition to Super Channel’s platform. The series has already garnered a legion of fans around the world, so we’re confident it will captivate audiences across Canada.”