A star-studded legal drama, which viewers have described as ‘one of the best shows’, is starting tonight on ITV and ITVX
A star-studded legal drama, which viewers have described as ‘one of the best shows’, is starting tonight on ITV and ITVX(Image: Lionsgate)
ITV viewers looking for their next fix need look no further.
The broadcaster will be airing the legal thriller series, The Rainmaker, on Friday 28 August at 9pm on ITV after acquiring the star-studded US show. The show will air weekly and also be available to stream on ITVX.
A synopsis teases of the legal thriller: “Based on the best-selling novel by John Grisham, Rudy Baylor, who is fresh out of law school, goes head-to-head with courtroom lion Leo Drummond as well as his law school girlfriend, Sarah.
“Rudy, along with his boss, Bruiser, and her disheveled paralegal, Deck, uncover two connected conspiracies surrounding the mysterious death of their client’s son.”
The incredible star-studded cast sees Rivals actor Milo Callaghan as Rudy Baylor, Mad Men legend John Slattery as Leo Drummond, Once Upon a Time’s Lana Parrilla as Jocelyn “Bruiser” Stone and Jumanji star Madison Iseman as Sarah Plankmore.
Other cast members include The Wolf of Wall Street actor P.J. Byrne as Deck Shifflet, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them star Dan Fogler as Melvin Pritcher, Bodkin’s Robyn Cara as Kelly Riker and The Split’s Karen Bryson as Dot Black.
The Rainmaker was first released in the US back in 2025, receiving rave reviews at the time. The show has been confirmed and renewed for a second series.
The first series got an impressive 84% on Rotten Tomatoes with many fans praising the ‘outstanding’ legal drama.
One person said: “This is one of the best shows I’ve seen this year. Anyone interested in a nice show should try it. For this one don’t judge by the rating. Trust me. Its one of the best shows you will find this year, 2025.
“I loved and enjoyed every single episode hour, minute and second. I was honestly angry that I now have to wait for the season 2. Its a very good tv show and i would wish to watch the complete story.”
A different viewer wrote: “This is absolutely the best show I have seen for awhile,I love all the actors they couldn’t not have done a better job on that all great actors.
“I just wish we could binge watch I don’t like waiting a week to see what happens. USA is not a monthly subscription its always a week ahead . Well I really hope I see several seasons of this show . I absolutely love it.”
Another show watcher commented at the time: “I was skeptical since the book and original movie were so good, but this series hooked me from the first episode!
“Love Rudy! He’s young, vulnerable, but knows the law and doesn’t cave under pressure. Outstanding casting and storyline! Bruiser is bad*ss and Deck is the best sidekick! Really hope there is a season 2, can’t wait!!!”
The Rainmaker is available to watch on ITV and ITVX from Friday 28 August