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There's a thrilling new crime drama coming to ITV, and we couldn’t be more excited! Gone, written by George Kay (Hijack) stars Eve Myles and David Morrissey in what promises to be a gripping psychological thriller.
Eve, known for The Guest and Keeping Faith (and who recently played a vicar in Coldwater), takes on the role of Detective Annie Cassidy, a determined officer investigating the mysterious disappearance of a woman. David, best known from Sherwood and The Walking Dead, plays the main suspect, Michael Polly, in a compelling game of cat and mouse.
What is Gone about?
Here's the official synopsis for the series: "Set against the backdrop of a prestigious private school, a foreboding forest and the quiet sprawl of Bristol, Gone is a chilling mystery focusing on local Headmaster Michael Polly, played by David Morrissey, who becomes the prime suspect in his wife Sarah’s disappearance.
"An upstanding member of the community, Michael Polly is inscrutable and likes order and precision in his working life. Until, that is, he encounters super bright, gutsy Detective Annie Cassidy, played by Eve Myles, and a compulsive game of cat and mouse begins as she chips away at his veneer in search of the truth.
"With tension in the air, yet Polly not displaying any emotion, Annie’s suspicions are heightened the more she investigates. Something in her gut tells her all is not what it seems. Could he be capable of murder? And if so – why?"
Who's in the cast of Gone?
As mentioned, Eve Myles (Torchwood, Keeping Faith, Broadchurch) is DS Annie Cassidy, while David Morrisey (Sherwood, Daddy Issues, The Missing) is Michael Polly. His daughter, Alan Polly is played by Emma Appleton (Everything I Know About Love, The Killing Kind) and Annie's e-partner, DI Craig Stanhope is played by Peter McDonald (The Batman, Hollington Drive).
To find out more, head to our Gone cast list.
In a statement, Eve Myles said, "I'm thrilled to be playing Detective Annie Cassidy in George Kay's brilliantly written drama Gone.
"Annie is a fascinating character, intuitive, gutsy and doesn't suffer fools, but she has met her match in Michael Polly, who is a formidable adversary played by David Morrissey. It's wonderful to be directed by Richard Laxton and I can't wait for the audience to see it."
David Morrissey added: "I’m delighted to be reunited with George Kay and the wonderful team at [production company] New Pictures. And to be working for the first time with the amazing Eve Myles and Richard Laxton."
Where is gone filmed
The majority of Gone was filmed in Bristol, where the show is set - it even features Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Visit our Gone filming locations guide for more information.
Which school was Gone filmed at?
St Bartholomew's, the school that Michael runs and Sarah taught at, was actually Downside School in Stratton-the-Fosse, a real public school in Bath.
Is Gone based on a true story?
The show is partly inspired by To Hunt a Killer, the book by crime correspondent Robert Murphy, which tells the story of Detective Superintendent Julie Mackay’s 2009 cold case investigation. Mackay solved the 1984 murder of 17-year-old Melanie Road in Bath, leading to Christopher Hampton being jailed for life.
Both Mackay and Murphy served as consultants on the series, helping to shape a fictional case that captures the tension and intrigue of real-life detective work.
Eve appeared on ITV’s This Morning on Wednesday (4th March) and spoke about how Mackay helped her prepare for the role: "Julie Mackay is an incredible woman, and I was lucky to have her on call while filming. She even appears as a supporting artist in the series. Her advice made the role feel authentic, and I’m thrilled this story has finally been brought to life."
Does Gone have a release date?
Yes! Gone is coming to ITV1 on Sunday 8th March at 9pm, with the second episode landing at the same time on Monday 9th March.
Alternatively, you can stream the full series on ITVX.
How many episodes are in Gone on ITV?
Gone has six episodes in total, each an hour long (with adverts).
Arabella Horspool is a Commercial Content Writer for Yours at Bauer Media. A devoted bookworm and TV fan, she’s always immersed in the latest shows or catching the newest films and theatre productions. When she’s not writing, Arabella enjoys cooking and exploring the outdoors with her dog.