The supernatural genre is rich in content and can be enjoyed by all ages. Teen Wolf or LuciferAside from these hit shows, there are some hidden gems in the genre, including BedlamThis supernatural British show first aired in 2011 and ran for two seasons before being canceled. While it’s not uncommon for a show to not be renewed for another season (especially in these days of streaming), it’s still disappointing for fans who fell in love with the show. Although the show ended over a decade ago, people still wonder what would have happened if it had aired for one more season. There was still a story to tell BedlamBefore he played Four in the Divergent series and had a starring role in the Netflix series Gentlemen, Theo James It was central to the show’s first season.
What is “Bedlam”?
Bedlam is a paranormal television drama that ran for two seasons from 2011 to 2012. Season 1 follows Jed Harper (Jed Harper), a man with the ability to see and speak to particularly evil spirits. Most of the show is set in Bedlam Heights, an apartment building that was a psychiatric hospital before it was closed down. Given its long history, it’s not too surprising that there are many stray spirits wandering its hallways and seeking revenge. Throughout the seasons, Jed uses his abilities to help people who are plagued by various spirits.For example, in the first episode, Kate Bettany (Charlotte Salt) is relaxing in the bathtub when suddenly, Kate’s adopted cousin, Jed, is called to rescue her before she is drowned by a ghost.
Soon after, she and Jed decide to work together to try to help as many people as possible who are targeted by lurking spirits. The people they help all have dark secrets.Things get even more complicated for Jed, something that was established early on in the show when Jed is pulled over on a rainy day. However, it turns out the driver died a few days earlier, and Jed presses him to confess about the car crash victim. In the process, Jed also learns about his birth mother and that he has a much deeper connection to Bedlam than he ever realized.
On the other hand, season 2 has seen some changes with the introduction of new characters in addition to the regular characters. The Bettany family, especially Kate’s father Warren (Hugo Speer) — Kate is put in charge of Bedlam Heights, despite her reluctance. Viewers will be able to see Ellie (Lacey Turner), a woman who can predict people’s deaths with a power similar to Jed’s. Ellie is Max (Jack RossAs the story unfolds, more and more of Bedlam’s history and its connection to Jed become clear. Nikesh Patel and Gemma Chan.
“Bedlam” should have lasted at least one more season.
A year after season 2 aired, the show was abruptly canceled. This paranormal show received mixed reviews.The news disappointed many fans, and admittedly the low-budget special effects and unfinished storyline made the show rather cheesy at times, but the chemistry between the cast was a highlight of the series. Bedlam It excelled at creating subplots within episodes that made the show more interesting and fresh. Dead Boy Detectives You will find similarities. Season 2 will have actors Joel Fry The guest star plays a character who breaks into Bedlam’s old chapel for an occult ritual, but ends up angering the religious spirits. These subplots are brief, but They helped to better portray the ghosts that haunt Bedlam Heights.These stories also help the characters unravel the secrets of mysterious Bedlam Heights.
There are plenty of storylines that the showrunners could have properly explored and carried over for another spooky season, and it would have been nice for audiences to get to see more of the characters. Especially since the real villain was revealed at the end of the show.It would have been fun to see what happens to Ellie’s life after learning about her past in Bedlam. At the end of the show, Ellie decides to stay in Bedlam to find a way to stop the bad guys once and for all. If it’s the final season, the story will come to a close and a proper closure will be given by answering viewers’ burning questions.
‘Bedlam’ proves Theo James should star in another supernatural project
Theo James already boasts an impressive filmography, with hits including White Lotus and GentlemenThe 39-year-old British actor has natural charisma and a knack for getting along with his co-stars. He has dabbled in a variety of genres throughout his career. Bedlam He will be seen in another supernatural story. Osgood Perkins‘ monkey, It’s set to be released in 2025. But before then, he’s starring in the film as Jed, a psychic medium. Bedlam.
Bedlam is available to watch on Prime Video.
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