On an isolated English farm in 1657, Fanny lives a quiet life with her oppressive husband John and their young son. One day their life is rocked with the arrival of young couple Thomas and Rebecca who claim to have been robbed and need a place to stay. But are these strangers really who they say they are?
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Maxine PeakeFanny Lye | Fanny Lye |
 Charles DanceJohn Lye | John Lye |
 Freddie FoxThomas Ashbury | Thomas Ashbury |
 Tanya ReynoldsRebecca Henshaw | Rebecca Henshaw |
 Zak AdamsArthur Lye | Arthur Lye |
 Peter McDonaldHigh Sheriff for the Council of State | High Sheriff for the Council of State |
 Perry FitzpatrickSheriff's Deputy | Sheriff's Deputy |
 Kenneth CollardConstable | Constable |