Dark comedy drama series Sweetpea, which stars Fallout's Ella Purnell as a quiet wallflower who develops a taste for vengeful murder, has been a hit with fans and critics alike, with viewers drawn into the world of the show.
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Along with Purnell, the series also stars Nicôle Lecky, Jon Pointing, Calam Lynch, Jeremy Swift and Dustin Demri-Burns, and it has a unique tone and sense of style.
When speaking with Radio Times magazine, Purnell said of the series: "I always say, if you take away the murders, it’s a sweet story. My character Rhiannon was bullied as a child, and she’s never quite grown up.
"She made herself invisible to hide from her bullies, so never did the things other people do. She didn’t go on dates; doesn’t have any friends; has never been to a club. She starts to feel more empowered throughout the series. She feels more empowered by killing her bullies and people who cross her."
Purnell also revealed that filming on the show was "probably the hardest shoot I've ever done – easily", while she added that it's "the thing I care the most about", when compared with her previous projects.
The show's sense of style is bolstered by a toe-tapping soundtrack, featuring tracks from artists including The Sugababes, Katy Perry and Bonnie Tyler.
But what other artists and songs feature on the soundtrack across the six episodes? Read on for everything you need to know about the Sweetpea soundtrack.
Sweetpea soundtrack: Full list of songs in Ella Purnell's dark comedy series
Ella Purnell as Rhiannon in Sweetpea. Sky
Episode 1
I’m On Fire - The Staves
New Rush - Gin Wigmore
Destroy Everything You Touch (Vector Lovers Lost Version) - Ladytron
James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.
