Episode 1
Sergeant Cawood's world stops when the man who drove her daughter to suicide is released from prison, and Kevin's split-second decision devastates Nevison.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Actor | Sarah Lancashire |
| Writer | Sally Wainwright |
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