Normal People

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  • TV-14
  • 2020
  • 1 Season
  • 8.4  (96,626)

Normal People is a British television drama series, based on the novel of the same name by Irish author Sally Rooney. The show premiered on BBC Three in April 2020 and consists of 12 episodes that are roughly 30 minutes long each. The show was directed by Lenny Abrahamson and Hettie Macdonald.

The series revolves around the complex relationship between Marianne and Connell, two teenagers from a small town in Ireland. Despite coming from different backgrounds, they form a deep connection that follows them throughout their lives. The show explores various themes such as love, friendship, family, class, and mental health.

Daisy Edgar-Jones stars as Marianne, a socially awkward and intelligent girl from a wealthy family. She doesn't have many friends, and her relationships with her family are strained, especially with her cold and abusive mother. Marianne struggles with self-esteem and self-worth, and her behavior often leads her to isolation and self-destruction.

Paul Mescal plays Connell, a popular and confident athlete who also comes from a single-parent household. He is well-liked by everyone, but his father's financial struggles and his mother's mental health issues leave him feeling lonely and insecure. He is a talented writer and becomes friends with Marianne after they start talking at school.

The chemistry between Marianne and Connell is electric, and their journey is both heartwarming and heartbreaking to watch. They navigate their way through the complexities of love and relationships, trying to understand each other while facing their own insecurities and demons.

Sarah Greene plays Lorraine, Connell's mother, who is a loving and caring but struggling parent. Aislín McGuckin portrays Marianne's mother, who is cold and abusive toward her daughter. Both women add depth and complexity to the show's themes of family and mental health.

The show's cinematography is beautiful, capturing the stunning landscapes of rural Ireland and complementing the melancholic and intimate mood of the story. The soundtrack, featuring artists like Bon Iver, David Bowie, and Sufjan Stevens, adds another layer of emotion to the series.

Overall, Normal People is a powerful and captivating show that portrays the beauty and messiness of young love and the human experience. The performances from the cast, particularly Edgar-Jones and Mescal, are incredible, and the writing and directing are masterfully done. The show is a must-watch for those who appreciate character-driven stories and deep exploration of relationships and human nature.

Normal People is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between April 26, 2020 and on BBC Three

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Episode 12
12. Episode 12
April 26, 2020
Their final year in Trinity, Marianne and Connell are fully together - but how it will endure after they graduate is uncertain.
Episode 11
11. Episode 11
April 26, 2020
In Sligo, Marianne and Connell try to navigate friendship. A fight between Marianne and Alan causes a rift with her family.
Episode 10
10. Episode 10
April 26, 2020
After the suicide of a schoolfriend, Connell struggles with severe depression. Marianne remains a lifeline for him from abroad.
Episode 9
9. Episode 9
April 26, 2020
Marianne, studying abroad, pursues an unhealthy relationship; in Dublin Connell enjoys an uncomplicated relationship with Helen.
Episode 8
8. Episode 8
April 26, 2020
Connell visits Marianne at her family's summer home in Italy, where tensions between her and Jamie are at an all-time high.
Episode 7
7. Episode 7
April 26, 2020
Marianne and Connell are seeing other people and realise (too late) that their break-up was due to a misunderstanding.
Episode 6
6. Episode 6
April 26, 2020
Connell and Marianne are together, but when he loses his job and she has an upsetting trip home, they withdraw from each other.
Episode 5
5. Episode 5
April 26, 2020
Connell joins Marianne's social circle but doesn't fit in. He apologises for how he treated her; she reconsiders her relationship with her new boyfriend, Gareth.
Episode 4
4. Episode 4
April 26, 2020
Connell finds college lonely; Marianne finds instant popularity. After running into each other they decide to try to be friends.
Episode 3
3. Episode 3
April 26, 2020
Connell betrays Marianne by making a cowardly choice. Marianne withdraws from school, causing Connell intense guilt.
Episode 2
2. Episode 2
April 26, 2020
Marianne and Connell's affair continues, but the pressures of the outside world start to take their toll.
Episode 1
1. Episode 1
April 26, 2020
In modern, rural Ireland, Connell and Marianne, on different ends of their school's social scene, begin an intense, secret affair.
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Normal People is available for streaming on the BBC Three website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Normal People on demand at Amazon, Hulu and Apple TV.
  • Premiere Date
    April 26, 2020
  • IMDB Rating
    8.4  (96,626)