Freddie Highmore Returns to UK Screens in Prime Video Thriller The Assassin

Freddie Highmore, the British actor known for roles in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Bates Motel, and The Good Doctor, has returned to UK-based productions with the Amazon Prime Video thriller The Assassin, which premiered in the UK on July 25, 2025. The six-episode series, created by Harry and Jack Williams, features Highmore as Edward, the estranged son of retired assassin Julie, played by Keeley Hawes, with their complex mother-son relationship central to the story. Highmore and Hawes developed an effortless chemistry on set, bonding over a similar sense of humor and mutual understanding that enriched their performances. The show was filmed extensively in Greece and various European locations, providing a Mediterranean backdrop that marked a welcome change from Highmore's previous filming in Canada. Off-screen, Highmore leads a private life in London, having studied languages and finance, and maintains a close friendship with co-stars, including godfathering Vera Farmiga's son. Highmore expressed excitement about returning to his UK roots and praised the show's blend of high-stakes drama and understated humor, emphasizing the emotional core of the mother-son dynamic.