BREATHTAKING

3 x 60' | ITV | Hat Trick Productions
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Written by Rachel Clarke, Prasanna Puwanarajah and Jed Mercurio, Breathtaking is a frontline drama charting the first wave of Covid-19 through the eyes of NHS staff fighting to save lives as the health service becomes overwhelmed. Starring Joanne Froggatt and based on Dr Rachel Clarke’s memoir, the series blends intimate character drama with the chaos and moral complexity of a healthcare system under extraordinary pressure.

“A shockingly vivid picture of life as a doctor during Covid.” — The Guardian

“Deeply sad and often triggering… a highly authentic drama.” — The Independent

RTS Awards 2025 – Nominated, Best Limited Series / Single Drama.