If it feels like Holliday Grainger is suddenly everywhere right now, you’re not imagining it.
The British actor has been building an impressive TV résumé – from gripping BBC thrillers, to historical dramas and fantasy favourites.
Whether you first spotted her in a period romance, or have just discovered her in The Capture, dive into her best roles with this round-up.
Here are the must-watch Holliday Grainger TV shows to add to your list now.
The best Holliday Granger TV shows to watch now
Lady Chatterley’s Lover
Based on the iconic novel by D. H. Lawrence, this drama tells the scandalous love story of aristocratic Constance Chatterley and her gamekeeper.
The 2015 BBC adaptation stars Holliday Grainger opposite Richard Madden, as well as James Norton and Jodie Comer it’s basically a who’s-who of future British TV stars.
If you love steamy literary adaptations, this one is essential viewing.
Where to watch: Channel 4 (yes it's now on Channel 4)
The Borgias
This Channel 4 historical drama follows the infamous Borgia family in Renaissance Italy, featuring Holliday Grainger as the Pope’s daughter, Lucrezia Borgia.
With opulent costumes and dramatic power struggles, it’s one for you if you love scandalous historical dramas.
Where to watch: Channel 4
Merlin
The hugely popular fantasy series, Merlin, reimagines the legend of King Arthur, following the young wizard Merlin as he uses secret magic to protect Arthur in the kingdom of Camelot.
If you hadn't already noticed, Grainger features as the dark and enchanting Sophia in Merlin – give it a watch for pure nostalgic TV!
Where to watch: BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Disney+, Prime Video
Waterloo Road
Holliday Grainger had one of her early TV roles in the long-running school drama Waterloo Road, playing the troubled student Stacey Appleyard.
Set in a chaotic comprehensive school, the series follows teachers and pupils navigating everything from teenage relationships to serious social issues.
Where to watch: BBC iPlayer
Strike
Based on the bestselling novels by J. K. Rowling, this detective series, Strike, was a crime hit for the BBC.
It sees Grainger star as private investigator Robin Ellacott, alongside Tom Burke as the titular character.
Where to watch: BBC iPlayer
The Stolen Girl
And if you haven’t seen this recent ITV drama – it’s a gripping thriller that centres on the vanishing of a young girl, and the ripple effects of her disappearance.
The cast includes Ambika Mod (you'll know her from One Day), as well as Irish actor Denise Gough, and of course, Holliday Grainger.
Where to watch: ITVX
The Capture
Finally, the deepfake conspiracy thriller which has just returned for Season 3: The Capture.
Grainger stars as intelligence officer Rachel Carey in this hit BBC drama, which dives into the world of state surveillance and digital misinformation.
Where to watch: BBC iPlayer
The Capture is currently streaming on BBC1 and BBC iPlayer.
