'Compelling' BBC crime drama filmed in Rochdale now streaming for free

The captivating crime drama is now completely free to watch07:01, 20 Jul 2026Fans looking for their next crime drama binge-watch may have just found it. From Darkness is streaming completely for free right now on U and promises to be an engrossing watch. The show first hit screens on the BBC back in 2015 and followed former police officer Claire Church (played by Anne-Marie Duff), who was haunted by an unsolved serial killer case and a violent past.‌From Darkness was filmed in various places, including Manchester and Lower Falinge in Rochdale, as per IMDb. Policewoman Claire initially departed Manchester after she failed to crack a disturbing case that left her unsettled. However, she was quickly drawn back to the city and her ex-lover and fellow officer DCI John Hind (Johnny Harris).‌As w