Lucan is a gripping miniseries drama released on Amazon Addon in 2013. It is based on the true story of the controversial lord, John Bingham, the 7th Earl of Lucan, who vanished in the 1970s after being accused of murdering his children's nanny. The series stars Rory Kinnear as lucan, Catherine McCormack as his estranged wife Veronica, and Christopher Eccleston as John Aspinall, Lucan's rich and powerful friend.
The story begins in 1963 when Lucan first meets Veronica in a casino. Even though he is already married, they start an affair, and he eventually divorces his wife and marries Veronica. The couple has three children together, but Lucan's gambling addiction and violent temper start to cause problems in their marriage. The series shows the deterioration of the couple's relationship and the unsavory characters they associate with, including John Aspinall.
As the story progresses, the tension between Lucan and Veronica builds up, and he becomes more violent towards her. He becomes increasingly fixated on regaining custody of his children, who were temporarily taken away by the court following allegations of abuse. In desperation, Lucan hatches a plan to kidnap the children and disappear with them. However, the plan goes awry, and instead of the nanny, he attacks Veronica, leaving her severely injured and the nanny dead.
What follows is a nationwide search for Lucan, who has gone into hiding. The series portrays the extensive media attention given to Lucan's case, his numerous sightings, and the police's relentless investigation. However, the police seem to be at a disadvantage as Lucan was well-connected with high-profile members of society, including John Aspinall. The series portrays how his connections and wealth enabled him to evade justice and go on the run for years.
The series is well-written, and the performances of the cast are truly stunning. Rory Kinnear does an excellent job of playing the troubled lord, balancing his character's manipulative nature with his vulnerabilities. Catherine McCormack, too, gives a convincing performance as the deeply conflicted and abused Veronica. Christopher Eccleston, in his role as John Aspinall, is commanding and displays his character's cunning self-interest with ease.
Overall, Lucan is a brilliantly crafted miniseries, offering a fascinating insight into the dramatic and outlandish life of Earl John Bingham. It highlights the privileged lives of aristocrats and the vanities of British society in the 1970s. The series is engrossing, and its plot is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
Lucan is a series that ran for 7 seasons (3 episodes) between December 10, 2013 and on Amazon Addon
