Five years after the disappearance and presumed murder of a popular schoolgirl in a quiet town, inquisitive teenager Pip Fitz-Amobi begins a school project aimed at proving the alleged killer was framed. Her amateur investigation soon uncovers a web of local secrets that some would prefer remained buried. This is an energetic and smart teen thriller that treats its young protagonist with respect rather than condescension.
Emma Myers brings a determined, prickly intelligence to the lead role, making Pip a credible and sympathetic amateur sleuth. The plot is a dense thicket of red herrings and dark revelations that manages to sustain momentum across its six episodes. While the small town setting and high school dynamics are familiar territory, the sharp writing and genuinely tense atmosphere keep the proceedings fresh.
It successfully bridges the gap between YA drama and traditional British mystery, offering enough grit to satisfy older viewers without losing its youthful edge.
Production Details
UK / BBC Three - Moonage Pictures, ZDFneo / 12x45 Minute Episodes / 2024-2026
Main Cast
Emma Myers as Pip Fitz-Amobi
Zain Iqbal as Ravi Singh
Asha Banks as Cara Ward
Mathew Baynton as Elliot Ward
Anna Maxwell Martin as Leanne Amobi
Gary Beadle as Victor Amobi