Jordan Tannahill’s frightening psychological thriller “The Listeners” is a compelling investigation of human vulnerability, ability, and the enticing power of shared illusion. The story, adapted from Tannahill’s novel and converted into a fascinating BBC series, revolves around Claire, a high school literature teacher whose world unravels when she begins hearing an incomprehensible low-frequency hum that no one else can hear.

Set in the United Kingdom, the four-part drama depicts Claire’s journey into a maze of ambiguity as reality becomes increasingly malleable. Rebecca Hall provides a remarkable performance, capturing the intricate emotional landscape of a woman torn between scientific doubt and desperate belief. Kyle, one of her students, reveals that he hears the same unexplained sound, and their shared experience becomes a dangerous catalyst for connection and potential exploitation.

The series goes beyond a straightforward supernatural narrative, delving deeply into contemporary societal problems. It expertly examines how loneliness,...