ITV Shares First Look at David Morrissey in New Drama Gone

ITV Unveils First Look at Chilling New Mystery "Gone" Starring David Morrissey

ITV has released a gripping first look at its upcoming psychological thriller, Gone, featuring a high-stakes face-off between two of British television’s most celebrated actors.The six-part series stars David Morrissey (Sherwood, The Walking Dead) and Eve Myles (Hijack, Torchwood) in a tense "cat-and-mouse" game set against the atmospheric backdrop of Bristol.

The Plot: A Respected Life Unraveled

The drama centers on Michael Polly (Morrissey), the inscrutable and highly respected headmaster of a prestigious private school.Known for his love of order and precision, Michael’s world is shattered when his wife, Sarah, disappears without a trace.

As the investigation begins, the "upstanding" community leader quickly finds himself under the microscope.Assigned to the case is Detective Annie Cassidy (Myles), a gutsy and intuitive investigator who senses that Michael's polished, professional veneer is hiding a much darker truth.The series explores whether a man dedicated to logic and discipline could be capable of the ultimate crime.

A Star-Studded Creative Team

Gone is penned by acclaimed screenwriter George Kay, the creative mind behind global hits like Lupin, Hijack, and ITV’s The Long Shadow.The series is directed by BAFTA-winner Richard Laxton (Mrs Wilson).

The supporting cast is equally impressive, featuring:

• Emma Appleton (The Killing Kind) as Alana, the daughter of Michael and Sarah, who also teaches at the school.

• Clare Higgins (Hellraiser)

• Arthur Hughes (Shardlake)

• Jennifer Macbeth and Elliot Cowan.

Inspired by Real-Life Expertise

While the story is fictional, it draws deep inspiration from the book To Hunt a Killer and the real-world experiences of former Detective Superintendent Julie Mackay and ITV Crime Correspondent Robert Murphy. Both served as consultants to ensure the procedural elements of the "cat-and-mouse" hunt remain grounded in chilling reality.

When to Watch

ITV has confirmed that Gone is scheduled to premiere in Spring 2026.It will air on ITV1 and be available for streaming on ITVX.The newly released images show a somber Morrissey making a public plea for his wife's return—a scene that has already left fans speculating whether his tears are genuine or a masterclass in deception.

Source - https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/tv/itv-shares-first-look-new-33358420

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