ITV’s six-part drama “Adultery,” starring Romola Garai and Dominic Cooper, is reviewed by major UK outlets with sharply differing assessments of its storytelling. Both reviews focus on a familiar setup: two people’s affair and the “by-the-numbers” feel some viewers may notice.
The Guardian frames the series negatively, describing it as a cluttered mix of clichés and specific distractions, including references to middle-aged car sex, rat poo, and rickety furniture. It suggests the show’s execution undermines the material. By contrast, The Independent emphasizes the performances and atmosphere, describing the chemistry between the leads as “electric” while still acknowledging the narrative is rooted in a well-worn infidelity premise.
Overall, outlets agree on the basic premise and casting of the drama, but differ on whether the writing and framing make the series feel stale or whether the stars’ on-screen connection lifts it.
