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Long Bright River TV series review
“Long Bright River” is an upcoming crime drama limited series starring Amanda Seyfried, set to premiere on Peacock on March 13, 2025
Based on the bestselling novel by Liz Moore, the series follows a Philadelphia police officer investigating a series of murders in a neighborhood affected by the opioid crisis, while searching for her missing sister
Long Bright River Series Details
- Format: 8 one-hour episodes limited series
- Network: Peacock
- Release Date: March 13, 2025
- Genre: Crime Drama
- Based on: Novel by Liz Moore
Long Bright River Cast & Crew
Main Cast:
- Amanda Seyfried as Mickey Fitzpatrick
- Nicholas Pinnock as Truman Dawes
- Ashleigh Cummings
- Callum Vinson
- John Doman
Key Production Team:
- Showrunner: Nikki Toscano
- Director (Opening Episode): Hagar Ben-Asher
- Executive Producers: Liz Moore, Nikki Toscano, Amy Pascal, Neal H. Moritz
Long Bright River Plot & Themes
The series follows Mickey, a Philadelphia police officer working in a neighborhood heavily impacted by the opioid crisis. When a series of murders occurs in her patrol area, Mickey discovers that her ongoing search for her missing younger sister might be connected to the case. The story explores themes of addiction, family bonds, and the complexities of law enforcement
Long Bright River Production
- Filming took place in New York in March 2024
- Amanda Seyfried prepared for her role by participating in police ride-alongs in Philadelphia
Long Bright River Creative Vision
Showrunner Nikki Toscano describes the series as “a moving love story between two sisters” that weaves between past and present. The production team worked to create a narrative that would “upend stereotypes” while maintaining authenticity