Eve Myles has brought to life characters spanning the fierce, the funny, the fearless, and the quietly devastating, bringing something a little bit special every single time she’s on screen. From gripping crime dramas to cult sci-fi favourites, she has built a career packed with standout performances, whether she's a lead or in a supporting role.
With brand new thriller Gone landing later this month on ITV and STV, there’s never been a better time to revisit the roles that made her such a powerhouse presence.
Ready to dive in? Here are some of her very best appearances worth catching now.
Keeping Faith
Available now on BBC iPlayer
In this gripping BBC drama, Myles stars as Faith Howells, a solicitor whose husband vanishes without warning, leaving her down a rabbit hole that reveals some truly shocking secrets.
Myles’ performance is magnetic. She carries the show with raw vulnerability one minute and steely determination the next. The role earned her a BAFTA Cymru Award for Best Actress, recognising just how powerful her portrayal was. Keeping Faith is a reeeally slow burn thriller that keeps you guessing until the very end.
Torchwood
Available now on BBC iPlayer
As Gwen Cooper, Myles stepped into the Whoniverse and absolutely owned it. She’s a brave and compassionate character, shining alongside John Barrowman as Captain Jack Harkness. Myles helped turn this Doctor Who spin off into a cult hit.
Her performance brings humanity to this big sci-fi spectacle, as Gwen struggles to protect her family while saving the world. The role won her huge acclaim and several award nominations, cementing her place as an icon in the Whoniverse
Coldwater
Stream on ITVX
In Coldwater, Myles dives into thriller territory once again, in this tale of a couple seeking a fresh start in a remote Scottish village, next to neighbours who aren't all they seem to be.
Myles plays Rebecca, wife of the thoroughly unnerving Tommy, played by Ewen Bremner. Slowly we watch as Rebecca unravels in front of her next door neighbours — played by Andrew Lincoln and Indira Varma — while revealing how she fits into the dark, twisted world that her husband has created.
Broadchurch
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Myles joins the brilliant Broadchurch in its second season, in an ensemble cast led by David Tennant and Olivia Colman. She plays Claire Ripley, a woman hiding painful secrets connected to a devastating case.
Even in this supporting role, Myles makes a lasting impact. Her performance is tense and layered, capturing a woman trying to outrun her past while living under intense scrutiny. Broadchurch was a critical and ratings success, praised for its writing and performances. If you love emotionally-driven crime dramas that keep you hooked episode after episode, this one’s a must.
Victoria
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Stepping into period costume, Myles appears in Victoria, the lavish drama about the early reign of Queen Victoria. The series stars Jenna Coleman in the title role and Tom Hughes as Prince Albert. Myles plays Mrs Jenkins, bringing warmth and presence to the royal household.
Even in this supporting role Myles is a showstopper, adding texture and authenticity to the world of the court. In Victoria, Myles proves she can slot into historical drama just as effortlessly as contemporary thrillers. If corsets, court politics and sweeping romance are your thing, you’ll want this on your watchlist.
Belonging
This long running Welsh drama series gave Myles one of her earliest major roles, playing Ceri Lewis. Spanning nearly a decade, the show follows the lives of a close knit community, exploring family tensions and everyday struggles.
It was here that audiences first saw her natural screen presence and emotional depth. Belonging became a cornerstone of Welsh television, and Myles’ performance helped shape its success over the years. Every star has a starting point. For Myles, this was where it all began. And what a beginning it was.
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