‘Most engrossing drama of 2026’ arrives on ITV – ‘can’t cease watching’ | UK | News | EUROtoday

A brand new sequence hailed as a “true nail biter” is streaming free of charge within the UK. Gone premiered on ITV1 and ITVX on March 8, and tells the story of Michael (David Morrissey), an emotionless headmaster at a prestigious personal college who reviews his spouse Alana (Emma Appleton) lacking.

But Detective Annie Cassidy (Eve Myles) quickly begins to suspect Michael is hiding one thing. Guardian reviewer Sarah Dempster hailed the sequence, writing: “If there is a tauter, clammier or more engrossing drama this year I will eat my mortarboard with chips.” Fans have taken to IMDb to reward the drama, with one fan saying it could not seize you right away, however is effectively value persisting with.

“Great plot, great acting particularly from David Morrissey, he captures grief, bewilderment, depression and guilt in his acting, totally engrossing acting, well done,” they stated.

“This programme may seem slow to start but it builds into a truly believable story and dwells on real life drama, secrets within families and how differant personalities can be affected by social influences.”

Another, who gave it a 9/10, wrote: “The acting of the two lead actors in this series is superb. Have seen previous shows both have been involved in. Have great respect for both.

“The plot is just not that uncommon however there are a great deal of good twists. It was laborious to cease watching and I ended up binge watching it.

“The rest of the cast are also quite good and overall I found it quite compelling and enjoyable. Highly recommend it.”

Another gave it an ideal rating, calling it a “true nail biter, a stomach twister”.

“Acting, cinematography and directing are all superb. Not disappointed in the least. Began watching and was immediately engrossed by the storyline and the tension.”

The episodes have 12 and 15 certificates and the sequence incorporates upsetting scenes, home abuse, references to suicide & sexual harassment, and powerful language – so viewer discretion is suggested.

Gone is streaming now on ITVX.

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