The North Water is a gripping, atmospheric series set in the unforgiving Arctic of the late 1850s, blending survival, morality, and the brutality of nature into an unforgettable experience. Based on Ian McGuire’s acclaimed novel, this BBC and AMC+ production is a masterclass in tension, character depth, and visual storytelling.
The story follows Patrick Sumner (Jack O’Connell), a disgraced ex-army surgeon seeking redemption aboard a whaling ship bound for the icy Arctic waters. Onboard, he encounters the enigmatic and menacing Henry Drax (Colin Farrell), a ruthless harpooner whose brutal nature threatens everyone around him.
As the ship ventures further into the icy wilderness, survival becomes a battle not just against the elements but against the darkness within humanity.
With stunning cinematography capturing the desolate beauty of the Arctic and intense performances from the cast, The North Water delves deep into themes of survival, human nature, and the moral cost of ambition.
