Luke Evans headlines The Party, a psychological thriller that launched on ITV on October 11, 2026. The series covers politics, privilege, and class.

Reviews came in from the Guardian, Telegraph, Radio Times, and the Independent. Critics described it as pacey, seductive, and well-cast, pointing to a sharp script and committed performances across the cast.

Evans told the BBC that filming close to home felt like a real pleasure. The show's atmosphere leans into tension and class friction, which hit the mark with most viewers.

Most people who tuned in liked it. Some pushed back online, saying at least one scene was a step too far. That back-and-forth picked up some traction on social media after the first episode.