Alias Grace is a historical drama based on real events, set in 19th-century Canada. The story follows Grace Marks, a young Irish immigrant working as a domestic servant, who is convicted of a violent crime that shocked the community. Years later, a doctor is asked to evaluate her mental state, leading to a series of conversations where Grace recounts her past, her work, and the events surrounding the case.
The series focuses on memory, perception, and the difficulty of separating truth from interpretation. As Grace tells her story, details shift and raise questions about what really happened and how much can be known for certain. The tone is quiet, tense, and reflective, with strong attention to historical setting and social class. Rather than offering simple answers, the show invites viewers to consider different perspectives, making it both a character study and a mystery grounded in real history.
CAST
Sarah Gadon (Grace Marks), Edward Holcroft (Dr. Simon Jordan), Rebecca Liddiard (Mary Whitney), Kerr Logan (James McDermott), Zachary Levi (Jeremiah the Peddler)
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