As we continue to grapple with the ongoing national emergency that is violence against women and girls, a new TV series – Curfew – is set to tell a story set in an alternative reality, exploring what could happen if men were kept inside under “curfew” to keep women safe – and the complexities that may come with that. Starring Alexandra Burke, Industry's Sarah Parish and Gavin and Stacey's Larry Lamb, it sees a brutal murder occur during curfew hours, with Parish playing a police officer investigating who the culprit might be. Was it a man out after curfew, or could a woman have committed this act? The politics around the curfew and the pressure for it to succeed seem to factor into the investigation as well, with all not being as it seems. Here's what we know so far about Curfew – including an exclusive look at the trailer.

According to a synopsis, the TV series will tell the story of an “alternative reality, where all men live under ‘The Women’s Safety Act’, bound by a strict curfew from 7PM to 7AM every night with their movements tracked by an ankle tag 24 hours a day.

“The series kicks off with the discovery of a woman’s body brutally murdered during curfew hours, and left on the steps of the Women’s Safety Centre. Veteran Police Officer Pamela Green (Sarah Parish) believes that a man is responsible and leads the charge in the hunt for the killer. However, in a world where men are bound by the curfew system, Pamela’s theory is rejected: that the introduction of The Women’s Safety Act almost three years ago is widely considered effective at protecting women – who have been able to go out at night without looking over their shoulders – and nobody wants to hear different.

“Determined to prove a man committed this murder, Pamela’s investigation threatens to bring The Women’s Safety Act crashing down… people in high places are determined to make the curfew a success and will do all it takes to prevent Pamela from discovering the truth.”

Joining Alexandra Burke, Sarah Parish, Larry Lamb in the Curfew cast are Mandip Gill, Mitchell Robertson, Bobby Brazier, Lucy Benjamin, Bobby Brazier, Anita Dobson, Imogen Sandhu, Selorm Adonu, James Craven, Tommy McDonnell, Adam Korson, Amy Louise Pemberton and newcomer Raphael D’Alterio.

All episodes will drop on Paramount+ on 10 October.

Curfew's Plot: A World Under Curfew

Curfew's trailer sets the scene of a country in protest and turmoil over the implementation of a curfew for men – the impact of toxic masculinity and many characters questioning and debating if a woman could be capable of the level of violence that the murder would have required. Or… if the curfew had been broken? We can't wait to get to the bottom of this one.

The six-part series, which is set to premiere on the streaming service on October 10, features an all-star cast including Doctor Who's Mandip Gill, Strictly Come Dancing's Bobby Brazier, Gavin & Stacey's Larry Lamb and Stay Close's Sarah Parish. The series is based on Jayne Cowie's novel After Dark, and takes place in an alternate reality where men are bound to a strict 7pm-7am curfew as part of 'The Women’s Safety Act', with their movements tracked by an ankle tag.

A Murder Mystery

The series kicks off with a murder during curfew hours. A woman's body is found on the steps of the Women’s Safety Centre. Pamela Green (Parish) is a veteran police officer who investigates the case and suspects that a man is responsible, but the police are quick to reject her theory because of the strict curfew laws. The story unfolds as Pamela fights to prove her point against powerful forces trying to keep the truth hidden.

The Cast Of Curfew

Gill plays Sarah, a tagging centre employee, who is crucial to the investigation. Brazier plays James, a schoolboy who is opposed to the curfew laws. Lamb takes on the role of Rhys Holden, an American who struggles to adapt to the restrictions in the UK. The supporting cast includes X Factor winner Alexandra Burke, EastEnders stars Anita Dobson and Lucy Benjamin, former Coronation Street star James Craven, and Imogen Sandhu. They are joined by Adam Korson, Amy Louise Pemberton, Tommy McDonnell, Selorm Adonu, and Raphael D'Alterio.

A World Under Curfew: Exploring the Complexities

Curfew presents a thought-provoking premise that raises important questions about gender equality, safety, and the effectiveness of legislation. The series explores the complexities of a society under a strict curfew, examining the potential consequences and unintended outcomes of such a measure.

The series is sure to spark debate and discussion about the impact of gender-based violence and the measures taken to address it. It also invites viewers to consider the potential implications of restricting freedoms in the name of safety.

Curfew will premiere on Paramount+ on October 10, 2024.