: Gained fame in cult comedies like Peep Show and Fleabag .
The transition to serious drama wasn't a sudden jump but a slow burn. She caught the eye of directors like Paddy Considine ( Tyrannosaur ) and Broadchurch creator Chris Chibnall. In Broadchurch , as DS Ellie Miller, she grounded a high-concept murder mystery in visceral reality. Her reaction to the revelation of the killer in Season 1 is widely cited as a masterclass in acting—sobbing, retching, and screaming in a way that felt uncomfortably invasive to watch. It proved she could break your heart just as easily as she could make you snort-laugh. olivia colman
The Favourite review: a subversive period drama - British GQ : Gained fame in cult comedies like Peep Show and Fleabag
