Happy Valley has earned the distinction of being one of Britain’s best and most critically acclaimed crime dramas. The three-season series—first aired in 2014, followed by 2016, and concluding in 2023—was recently released in the U.S. and Canada in late August 2025.

The story centers on Catherine Cawood, a Yorkshire police sergeant played by Sarah Lancashire, who is determined to protect her grandson from his diabolical and manipulative biological father, Tommy Lee Royce, portrayed by James Norton.

Created by the award-winning British writer, producer, and director Sally Wainwright, Happy Valley is celebrated for its strong female characters and gripping storytelling. The series has been nominated for 13 BAFTAs, winning six—including Best Writer, Best Lead Actress, and Best Drama Series. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds an impressive 98% approval rating from critics and 94% from audiences.

You can stream this exceptional crime drama on BritBox.

Don’t wait—Happy Valley is well worth your time and attention.