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But the “psycho lesbian” plotline of last night’s episode of the BBC show, which saw killer Villanelle in a passionate clinch with a woman, was a step too far for some viewers.

Journalist and feminist campaigner Julie Bindel said it was an example of lesbian characters depicted as “coldblooded killers, weirdos… and oversexed maniacs”.

But she added: “Full disclosure: I love the BBC drama Killing Eve.”

Last night’s third episode divided the lesbian community. One said the show was the “gay revolution that the spy genre needs”.