The Tower fans admit 'you've lost me' as ITV show issues urgent warning
Police crime drama The Tower was back on ITV with a brand new series as violent ensued in the first few minutes. But several fans were confused by the compelling plot
ITV's hit drama The Tower returned to screens with gut-wrenching scenes but some viewers couldn't keep up.
The popular crime drama made an epic comeback on Monday (September 2) as it entered its third series. The new series, which no longer features a tower, still includes some familiar faces such as actress Gemma Whelan as Met copper DS Sarah Collins and Jimmy Akingbola as DC Steve Bradshaw.
Set in gritty London, the opening scenes saw a young teenage boy stabbed as the police tried to tackle the ongoing violence and knife crime on the streets. With the graphic and heartbreaking portrayal, viewers were issued a warning to brace themselves for what lies ahead.
But with so much going on, some spectators found it quite difficult to keep up with it all. Heading over to X formerly known as Twitter, fans shared their thoughts.
READ MORE: The Chase airs 'show first' as ITV makes major change to format after lengthy breakREAD MORE: ITV viewers work out sinister Grace twist after pram fire as culprit 'revealed'One social media user wrote: "It's lost me already." Discussing the various characters, one fan said: "I’m confused already, who’s Spencer? Why have they arrested that guy? Who’s Ryan?"
Another fan added: "I’m so glad I’m not the only one who is lost, I have no idea what is going on or who is who." While a fourth added: "I'm enjoying it but really haven't a clue what is going on."
But despite the violent scenes, some fans were happy the show made a return. Sharing their thoughts, one viewer said: "Had some crap tv for months, especially weekends with the euros then the olympics then p*****g Wimbledon, now we finally start getting some new series coming back, #Grace last night now #TheTower."
"Loving #TheTower So Glad It’s Back On," another echoed. While a third penned: "So glad this amazing show is back."
In the first episode, DS Sarah tried to solve the case of the fatal stabbing of a teenager. But her investigation soon found itself at clashing with a covert operation which has been led by DI Kieran Shaw (Emmett J Scanlan), who was working with Sarah’s old partner, Steve who is currently deep undercover.
The Tower’ continues tomorrow at 9pm on ITV1.