'The Long Shadow' (2024) air date, plot, full cast and how to stream AMC+'s crime drama series
Show name: The Long Shadow (2024)
Platform: Sundance Now and AMC+
Date of release: Thursday, March 21, 2024
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Genre: Drama
Director: Lewis Arnold
Full cast list: Toby Jones, David Morrissey, Katherine Kelly, Daniel Mays, Michael McElhatton, Liz White, Jill Halfpenny, Jack Deam, Chloe Harris, Mark Stobbart
Sundance Now and AMC+ are bringing a fresh perspective to the horrifying true story of the Yorkshire Ripper in their latest drama series, 'The Long Shadow.'
Premiering with a double episode on Thursday, March 21st, 'The Long Shadow' will delve into the Yorkshire Ripper murders, providing a perspective from the victims, their families, and the detectives deeply immersed in the case.
Going beyond the procedural aspects of the investigation, 'The Long Shadow' places the victims and their families at the forefront of the narrative.
What is the main plot of 'The Long Shadow'?
The Long Shadow begins in 1975 with the brutal murder of a mother of four near her home. Detective Chief Superintendent Dennis Hoban (played by BAFTA Award-winner Toby Jones) takes charge of the investigation but struggles to find leads.
As more women are murdered similarly, the grim reality dawns on the detectives, they are confronting a serial killer.
The main cast of 'The Long Shadow'
Toby Jones
Toby Jones takes on the role of DCS Dennis Hoban, a dedicated detective whose unwavering determination to find the Yorkshire Ripper is constantly challenged by a lack of leads and mounting pressure from superiors.
Jones, known for his captivating portrayals in 'The Hunger Games' and 'Harry Potter,' brings a depth of experience to Hoban. We see a seasoned investigator wrestling with self-doubt and frustration as the investigation stalls, yet his steadfast dedication to the victims and their families propels his unyielding quest for truth.
David Morrissey
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David Morrissey portrays Assistant Chief Constable George Oldfield, a seasoned investigator enlisted to breathe new life into the stalled Yorkshire Ripper investigation. Oldfield's a man of strong convictions and unwavering focus.
He immerses himself in the case, becoming fixated on a series of cryptic letters and a chilling audio tape purportedly from the killer himself. This fresh evidence reinvigorates Oldfield, yet it also plunges him into conflict with detectives who cling to alternative investigative theories.
Katherine Kelly
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Katherine Kelly portrays Emily Jackson, a character thrust into the center of a nightmare. She survives a brutal attack, but the trauma lingers. As the series unfolds, we see Emily grapple with the physical and emotional scars.
She becomes a powerful voice for the victims' families, demanding justice and refusing to let the world forget the devastating impact of the Yorkshire Ripper's crimes.
How to stream 'The Long Shadow'?
'The Long Shadow,' a Sundance Now Original series, will be exclusively available for streaming on both Sundance Now and AMC+ starting Thursday, March 21st.
While the first two episodes will premiere on that date, subsequent episodes will be released weekly on both platforms.
AMC+ offers a seven-day free trial with its membership starting from as low as $4.99 per month, offering limited ads and access to a wide content library.
The ad-free membership is available for $8.99 per month.
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