100 percent on Rotten Tomatoes from 45 reviews; Metacritic 93. The Guardian called the finale 'brutal, tender, funny, compelling and heartbreaking.' Critics cited it as one of the finest endings in British television.
Renewal: Writer Sally Wainwright confirmed Happy Valley concluded with Series 3 in February 2023; the trilogy format was always the plan. (BBC)
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| Season | Released | BollyMeter | Critics | Audience | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 12014 · 6 eps | 29 April 2014 | 8.8 | 96% | 8.5/10 | MUST-WATCH |
| Season 22016 · 6 eps | 9 February 2016 | 8.6 | n/a | 8.5/10 | MUST-WATCH |
| Season 32023 · 6 eps | 1 January 2023 | 9.2 | 100% | 8.7/10 | MUST-WATCH |
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The finale of Happy Valley closes out Catherine Cawood's story with the series' most emotionally concentrated writing. The ending justifies the long investment the show has built over nine years. It comes through as brutal, tender, funny, compelling, and heartbreaking.
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