Moody Welsh crime drama with a standout Kelly Reilly and strong supporting cast. A slow burn at first, but rewarding once it finds its pace. Highly recommend.
No secrets are safe from the storm.
Morfa Halen is a tight-knit Welsh town precariously nestled between towering mountains and a fast-encroaching sea that threatens its very existence. As a once-in-a-generation storm begins to gather far out at sea, former detective turned teacher Jackie Ellis discovers the body of her 8-year-old pupil, Cefin, seemingly drowned. The discovery sends shockwaves through the community, reviving the ghost of an unsolved cold case that rocked the town three years prior - the disappearance of Jackie’s niece, Nessa, which cost her career.
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Top Cast
Kelly Reilly
Jackie Ellis
Rafe Spall
Eric Bull
Naomi Yang
Jess Deng
Harry Lawtey
Dylan Rees
Dino Fetscher
Gareth Morgan
Dinita Gohil
Nisha Jones
Kimberley Nixon
Shell Hill
Julian Lewis Jones
Osian Northam
Jonathan Pryce
Solomon Bevan
Reviews
Strong cast, intriguing crime thriller, but as per usual let down by dreary DEI baggage. Let's start with the positives: the Welsh setting with a village under siege by rising ocean levels is a little unique. The crime drama, which spans two unsolved murders of children, is darkly disturbing with lots of twists and turns. Equally quality acting offers up well-rounded, often flawed characters. The downside is…
FAQ about Under Salt Marsh
What is Under Salt Marsh about?
Morfa Halen is a tight-knit Welsh town precariously nestled between towering mountains and a fast-encroaching sea that threatens its very existence. As a once-in-a-generation storm begins to gather far out at sea, former detective turned teacher Jackie Ellis discovers the body…
When was Under Salt Marsh released?
Under Salt Marsh was released in 2026.
What genres does Under Salt Marsh belong to?
Under Salt Marsh is categorised as Crime, Mystery.
Who stars in Under Salt Marsh?
The cast of Under Salt Marsh includes Kelly Reilly, Rafe Spall, Naomi Yang, Harry Lawtey, Dino Fetscher.
How many seasons of Under Salt Marsh are there?
Under Salt Marsh has 1 season(s) and 6 episodes.