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Five strangers receive blackmail notes from an anonymous source, leading them on a dark and surreal journey as their lives unravel, featuring bizarre characters like a man-child, a one-handed clown, and a blind millionaire.
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Psychoville premiered June 18, 2009. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Five strangers receive blackmail notes from an anonymous source, leading them on a dark and surreal journey as their lives unravel, featuring bizarre characters like a man-child, a one-handed clown, and a blind millionaire.
Cast, crew and production details
Reece ShearsmithMaureen Sowerbutts / Various Characters
Steve PembertonDavid Sowerbutts / Various Characters
Adrian ScarboroughMr Jolly
Imelda StauntonGrace Andrews
Mark BonnarDetective Finney
Daniel IngsKelvin
Katherine Parkinson
John Landis
BBC TwoUnited Kingdom
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Episode 1
The survivors of the explosion at Ravenhill Psychiatric Hospital reunite to bury one of their number killed in the blast, but there is to be no rest for the wicked.
Directed by Matt LipseyGuest stars David Bamber, David Cann
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Episode 2
The search for the missing locket continues with the investigation turning to Christopher Biggins for answers. Meanwhile, we find out what happened to Robert and Kerry as we return to the mysterious cottage in the woods.
Directed by Matt LipseyGuest stars David Bamber, John Landis
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Episode 3
Mr Lomax reveals more about his past and his hatred for Tony Hancock becomes clear. Meanwhile Mr Jelly arrives at a booking meant to be for Mr Jolly and hopes no one will tell the difference.
Directed by Matt Lipsey
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Episode 4
Desperate measures are called for as Jeremy Goode searches for the missing library book. Mrs Wren is in peril from several parties and only one man can save her. But will he be bothered?
Directed by Matt Lipsey
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Episode 5
With danger mounting and few witnesses left, Tealeaf, with the help of Peter Bishop, tries to solve the mystery of the locket. Things don't quite go to plan. Elsewhere, once again Jelly becomes Jolly with unexpected results.
Directed by Matt LipseyGuest stars Katherine Parkinson, David Cann
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Episode 6
The secret of the missing locket is finally exposed and the enormity of what is at stake revealed. But are there enough characters left alive to care?
Directed by Matt LipseyGuest stars Alex Morgan
Where to watch PsychovilleEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
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