The Museum

Synopsis

Trace the self-destructive fall of Della Howells, Museum Director in her 40s who begins a dangerous relationship with a young man, and descends from a respectable middle-class woman into the criminal underworld of the art world.

First Air Date: 2021-05-30

Last Air Date: 2023-01-29

Number of Seasons: 2

Number of Episodes: 12

Created By: Fflur Dafydd

Networks: S4C

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Top Cast

Nia Roberts as Della Howells
Steffan Cennydd as Caleb
Steffan Rhodri as Alun
Samuel Morgan-Davies as Daniel
Mared Jarman as Mags
Scott Rose-Marsh as Dyn Mewn Du
Ollie Douglas as Victorian Painter

Seasons

Season 1 (2021)

A high-flying museum director is pulled into a criminal underworld when she begins an illicit affair with a mysterious young man.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Episode 1 (2021-05-30)

An attractive young man, Caleb, visits the Museum and meets its Director General, Della Howells. She succumbs completely to him, and they embark on a passionate affair.
Ep. 2: Bodies of Knowledge (2021-06-06)

As Della starts her new job as the Museum's General Manager, her relationship with her son's friend, Caleb, intensifies. But what are Caleb's intentions? Why is he pursuing a relationship with both mother and son?
Ep. 3: The BM Goes East (2021-06-13)

Della's relationship with Caleb is intensifying and a morning visit to Caleb's house has developed into a habit. But how long will the lovers be able to keep their affair a secret?
Ep. 4: Bursting at the Seams (2021-06-20)

A look at ongoing restorations, repairs and upgrades being made to the 250-year-old British Museum.
Ep. 5: Episode 5 (2021-06-27)

In the penultimate episode of the series, Della's life takes a major turn for the worse. Having quarrelled with Sadie, her best friend seeks out Elfryn, who confides to her that he's made a major discovery regarding the authenticity of one of the Museum's most valuable paintings.
Ep. 6: Episode 6 (2021-07-04)

In the final thrilling episode of the series, Della's life is in tatters. Having betrayed her husband and son, she decides to leave the marital home - but not before making a startling discovery.