Matt Goodson in Platform 7: Platform 7 is a British psychological horror thriller television series set to premiere on ITVX on 7 December 2023 which is produced by Chris Carey and Laurence Bowen.
The series follows Lisa, a young woman who died under a train a year ago, and her spirit remains unseen until Edward, a troubled man, joins her in the purgatorial afterlife. The series also introduces the character Matt Goodson which we see in this article.
Matt, an A&E doctor, and Lisa, a teacher, face a complex relationship due to their demanding careers. Matt’s long hours and emotional strain, while Lisa’s struggles in the education system, expose the pressures of standardized testing and accountability. An unintentional encounter triggers Lisa’s insecurities, and a rumor about Matt’s behavior intensifies their tension. Matt asserts his innocence, emphasizing trust as a central thread in their story.
Matt Goodson, Lisa’s boyfriend, is a doctor at the hospital where he first met her. Lisa’s death was initially ruled as suicide, but police officer Sasha suspects foul play involving Lisa’s partner, Dr. Matt Goodson. Sasha interacts with various characters, discussing plans with Matt and mentioning a table reservation, suggesting an investigation.
Lisa returns home to her shared house with Matt, who lies to his date about her changing and ending things with her, but she takes her own life to punish him. Lisa cries in the bathroom, realizing he is Matt who was chasing her in the CCTV footage from the night she died. She finds a dark hoodie in the wash basket, confirming his lies.
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Toby Regbo who portrayed the role of Matt is renowned for his roles in period dramas like The Last Kingdom, Reign, Medici: Masters of Florence, A Discovery of Witches, and many more.