On April 13, 2026, at 9 PM, Channel 5 will premiere the four-part thriller series Missed Call, which follows the harrowing journey of a mother searching for her missing daughter in a small French village. The series stars Joanna Scanlan as Sarah Gleason, who travels to Saint-Michel after her daughter Katie, played by Emily Coates, disappears during a school exchange.
Created by Samuel Kissous and Matthew Thomas, Missed Call explores themes of secrets, abuse, and corruption within the picturesque yet troubled setting of a small town in southern France. The series is set to air nightly, with the first episode kicking off a five-episode run that will conclude on April 17, 2026.
Filming for the series took place in Montpellier, France, and around London, capturing the scenic beauty of the French countryside while delving into darker narratives. Joanna Scanlan describes the series as “much darker than you might anticipate,” hinting at the intense emotional journey that viewers can expect.
As Sarah Gleason embarks on her quest for answers, Rupert Graves, who plays her boyfriend Jason Bradley, notes that the story is compelling because of Sarah’s relentless pursuit of the truth. “When Sarah goes to investigate… she just wants to find the truth and find her daughter,” he explains.
The series begins with a gripping premise: when British teenager Katie Gleason vanishes during a school exchange, her mother Sarah is unable to shake the feeling that her daughter is in danger and rushes to France seeking answers. This urgent search sets the stage for a thrilling narrative filled with suspense and emotional depth.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific plot developments in the subsequent episodes, but the initial reactions from early screenings have been positive, with viewers eager to see how the story unfolds. The combination of a talented cast and a gripping storyline promises to engage audiences throughout its run.
