Fans of Line of Duty searching for their next tense police drama may want to add Hit Point to their watchlist. The six-part series has quickly drawn viewers in with its mix of crime, action, sharp humour and complicated relationships, following two thirtysomething police officers whose latest investigation takes them deep into London’s criminal underworld.
Written by BAFTA-winning Misfits creator Howard Overman and directed by David Caffrey, known for The Gentlemen and Peaky Blinders, the series has already generated plenty of enthusiasm among viewers.
Viewers are hooked on Hit Point
Audiences have been particularly impressed by the show’s twists, performances and central chemistry.
One viewer described the series as “so, so good” after binge-watching all six episodes, praising its many twists. Another called Hit Point “SO good”, highlighting the acting and writing despite the absence of major stars. They also singled out Saffron Hocking as a charismatic lead with a promising future.
A third fan said the series had left them completely floored and praised the chemistry between Bella and Leo, as well as the impact their relationship has on Leo’s criminal operations. They also enjoyed the dynamic between Leo, Carter and Dylan and were already calling for a second season.
Another viewer summed up their reaction simply: “Thoroughly enjoyed Hit Point. Absolutely fantastic.”
What is Hit Point about?
Hit Point centres on detective partners Leo, played by Nick Blood, and Bella, played by Saffron Hocking. Their latest investigation begins as a major cash robbery but soon threatens to blur the boundaries between their professional responsibilities and personal lives.
The case begins when three men wearing animal masks intercept a Range Rover carrying £10 million in cash. Leo and Bella are assigned to investigate, drawing them into a dangerous search for the truth.
As the case develops, the partners find themselves caught up in an unexpected will-they-won’t-they romance, while the investigation raises questions about who can actually be trusted.
The series’ synopsis asks whether viewers will even want Leo and Bella to catch the criminals, warning that “all is not as it seems.”
It promises a combination of sharp humour and high-stakes action, with loyalty put under pressure, secrets coming to light and romance becoming potentially as dangerous as the criminal world surrounding them.
Who stars in Hit Point?
Nick Blood, known for The Day of the Jackal and Slow Horses, stars as Leo, while Saffron Hocking, who has appeared in Top Boy and The Devil’s Hour, plays Bella.
Peter Serafinowicz, whose credits include The Gentlemen, plays Carter, a former police officer. William Abadie, known for Emily in Paris, takes on the role of intimidating crime boss Pascal Dubois.
The supporting cast also features Brendan Coyle (Toxic Town), Nadia Parkes (Kidnapped: The Chloe Ayling Story), Moe Bar-El (Alien: Earth), Ossian Perret (The Last Kingdom) and Joshua Sher (The Undeclared War).
With its six-episode story, complicated characters and plenty of twists, Hit Point has already made a strong impression on viewers looking for their next crime drama.
Hit Point is available to stream on U.