Until I Kill You

This mini-series tells the true story of Delia Balmer, a woman who survived horrifying violence at the hands of a man who should never have been free to commit his heinous crimes.

London, 1991 - Delia Balmer meets carpenter John Sweeney, who has recently returned from Amsterdam, while out for a drink in a pub with her nursing colleagues.

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Until I Kill You - A gripping true crime series on Viasat True Crime

A tragedy that really happened

On Saturday 24th May at 22:00 CET, Viasat True Crime presents the premiere of the crime drama Until I Kill You. Based on true events, this harrowing series reveals the brutal truth about violence, the failure of the justice system and one woman's extraordinary will to survive.

Can you escape fate? Can the system protect victims before it's too late? This chilling four-part production explores these urgent questions through a gripping and emotional narrative.

The true story of Delia Balmer

Until I Kill You brings to the screen the true story of Delia Balmer, a British nurse who in the 1990s met John Sweeney - a man who would later be revealed as a ruthless serial killer. Initially charming and charismatic, Sweeney soon reveals his dark and violent nature. By the time Delia realises the truth, she is already trapped - controlled by a man who will do anything to keep his bloody secrets hidden.

Despite brutal attacks and death threats, Balmer refuses to give up. She fights back, seeks justice and fights to reclaim her life. The series chronicles her terrifying battle against her tormentor, while exposing the shocking failures of the justice system that should have protected her.

A tense psychological thriller

Until I Kill You is more than just a raw portrayal of domestic violence - it is a deep psychological exploration of both victim and predator. The series illustrates the fine line between infatuation and terror, and the manipulative power of fear and control.

With a well-crafted storyline and exceptional performances, viewers are drawn into a suspenseful journey of psychological horror, crime thriller elements and courtroom drama. Each episode builds to a suspenseful climax.

A-list cast & acclaimed creators.

This high quality production boasts an outstanding cast:

Anna Maxwell Martin (Motherland) as Delia Balmer

Shaun Evans (Endeavour) as John Sweeney

Kevin Doyle (Downton Abbey) as David

Simon Harrison (Endeavour) as Glenn Saunders

Directed by Julia Ford and written by Nick Stevens, an expert in adapting true crime stories, the series is based on Delia Balmer's autobiographical book, Living with a Serial Killer. This ensures authenticity and depth in the portrayal of the events.