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In the Netflix limited series “Missing You,” Rosalind Eleazar of “Slow Horses” stars as a woman seeking answers about the murder of her father — and her missing fiancée. It’s based on the novel by Harlan Coben, but set in England instead of in New York City.

It’s the ninth Netflix series based on the mystery writer’s novels and several cast members, and some of the cast, Richard Armitage and James Nesbitt, starred in previous series based on his works.

Here’s who plays who in the series, which is now streaming on Netflix, and where you might have seen them before.

Rosalind Eleazar in “Missing You” (Credit: Netflix) Rosalind Eleazar as Kat Donovan

The “Slow Horses” star plays Detective Inspector Kat Donovan, who is still trying to solve the mystery of her father’s murder — and why her fiancé Josh mysteriously disappeared 11 years ago.

Richard Armitage as...

Exclusive: Award-winning documentary filmmaker Pinny Grylls, and award-winning filmmaker, video artist and actor Sam Crane have signed with Anonymous Content for representation.

The duo teamed to direct their debut feature, Grand Theft Hamlet, which won the Documentary Grand Jury Award at SXSW this year. The movie documents their journey to stage a live performance of Hamlet inside Grand Theft Auto, which won a Stage Innovation Award. The film has been long listed for four British Independent Film Awards and will be distributed in cinemas in the UK and U.S. in 2025 and on Mubi. Additionally, the project garnered numerous awards including The Frontier Competition Grand Prize at Dmx Docs, Vancouver International Film Festival Audience Award and Best Documentary at Sitges, and was screened at Hot Docs, Vision Du Reel, CPHDox and more this year.

Deadline’s Damon Wise praised about Grand Theft Hamlet, “The premise is a winner, and there...

This weekly feature is in addition to TVLine’s daily What to Watch listings and our monthly breakdown of What’s on Streaming.

With over 500 scripted shows now airing across broadcast, cable and streaming, it’s easy to forget that a favorite comedy is returning, or that the new “prestige drama” you anticipated is about to debut. So consider this our reminder to set your DVR, order a Season Pass, pop a fresh Memorex into the Vcr… however it is you roll.

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Van der Valk Season 4 is starting its run on PBS, and its cast of characters is taking the Amsterdam spotlight for a new round of horrifying cases.

The British series follows a Dutch police commissioner who investigates crimes and corruption across his home country alongside the National Police Force (Npf).

First hitting screens in the United Kingdom in 2020, Season 4 debuted on PBS in the United States on September 15.

Read full article on The Direct.

On Monday September 23 2024, PBS broadcasts Van der Valk on Masterpiece!

Safe in Amsterdam, Part 2 Season 4 Episode 2 Episode Summary

The next episode of “Van der Valk on Masterpiece” promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Titled “Safe in Amsterdam, Part 2,” this episode continues the gripping investigation that began in the previous installment. It picks up right after the shocking murder of a whistleblower, leaving the team with more questions than answers.

In this episode, the team faces a difficult decision. They are offered a chance to collaborate with the head of a criminal empire. This unexpected partnership could lead them closer to uncovering the truth behind the murder. However, working with someone from the criminal underworld comes with its own risks and moral dilemmas. The team must navigate this dangerous terrain while staying true to their mission of justice.

As the story unfolds, viewers can expect twists and...

On Monday, September 30, 2024, at 9:00 Pm, PBS presents an intriguing episode of “Van der Valk on Masterpiece” titled “Hope in Amsterdam, Part 1.” This latest installment promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats as the team dives into a gripping murder investigation involving a passionate environmental campaigner.

As the story unfolds, the detectives find themselves immersed in a web of mystery and intrigue. Among the suspects is a famous singer who is believed to have died under mysterious circumstances, adding another layer of complexity to the case. The investigation takes Van der Valk deeper into the heart of Amsterdam, where secrets and hidden motives begin to surface.

In a significant twist, Van der Valk connects with Cobie’s father, hoping to uncover crucial information that could lead to the truth behind the murder. Their conversations reveal not only personal stakes but also the emotional toll the case has taken on those involved.

In the final episode of Van der Valk’s fourth series, the team faces a challenging investigation with potentially life-saving implications. A scientist researching a breakthrough cancer treatment is found dead, bearing the marks of a professional assassination. As they dig into the case, they uncover a connection to the scientist’s former mentor and the elusive […]

Van der Valk: Series 4, Episode 3...

“Van der Valk on Masterpiece” returns for its fourth season with an intriguing premiere episode titled “Safe in Amsterdam Part 1.” Set to air at 10:00 Pm on Sunday, September 15, 2024, on PBS, this episode sets the stage for a gripping new mystery that delves into themes of loyalty and past relationships.

In this episode, detective Van der Valk finds himself protecting a whistleblower who has become the target of a dangerous conspiracy after the first whistleblower is murdered. The stakes are high as Van der Valk navigates the complexities of his role while ensuring the safety of the key witness. The tension escalates when he discovers that the protection officer assigned to assist him is a former flame. This unexpected reunion brings a mix of emotions for Van der Valk, who must balance his professional duty with lingering feelings from the past.

As the plot unfolds, viewers can expect a rich...

Whether you like dramas, documentaries, history, science, the arts, culture, and more, there’s something for pretty much everyone to enjoy coming to PBS this fall. PBS unveiled its fall slate at the Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour. In the lineup are new dramas and murder mysteries from Masterpiece, a look at the relationship between one of the most famous detectives who never lived and the author who created him in Lucy Worsley’s Holmes vs Doyle, Sara Bareilles in Great Performances’ Waitress: The Musical, the newest addition to the Ken Burns collection, and more. Check out all of PBS’ fall 2024 premiere dates below. Monday, September 9 10:00 p.m. Pov “Name Me Lawand” Tuesday, September 10 PBS News Special: ABC Presidential Debate Simulcast (working title) Sunday, September 15 8:00 p.m. Ridley Season 2: Retired detective-turned-police consultant Alex Ridley (Adrian Dunbar) is set to rejoin forces with his ...

Banijay Benelux has acquired a majority stake in Topkapi, the Amsterdam-based production banner behind Lukas Dont’s Cannes-prizewinning film “Close” and “Flying Dutchmen.”

The two companies will forge a strategic partnership, allowing Banijay to further expand its scripted portfolio and international presence in the drama and film space.

A leading Dutch company, Topkapi has a track record spanning over 25 years with a library of more than 100 titles. The banner’s award-winning international co-productions include Thomas Vinterberg’s Oscar- and BAFTA-winning “Another Round” and “Close” which has been nominated for a Golden Globe and represents Belgium in the Oscar race. The company is headed by Laurette Schillings, Arnold Heslenfeld and Frans van Gestel.

“We are very much looking forward to working with Topkapi, which has a great reputation for high-quality drama series and films both locally and internationally,” said Peter Lubbers, CEO of Banijay Benelux.

“With an impressive global creative network...

Academy

After a temporary Covid-induced pause, the Busan International Film Festival‘s Asian Film Academy, a talent incubator for emerging Asian filmmakers, is returning, in partnership with Chanel. The renamed Chanel X Biff Asian Film Academy promises “a solid foundation for educating young promising Asian talents in a broader and more innovative way and provides the driving force to strengthen their capabilities. Based on this robust financial support, it is expected to be the most enterprising and essential film education program in Asia,” according to a statement released by Chanel and the festival. A highlight of the revamped program will be enhanced opportunities for Asian women filmmakers.

The academy, which has been running since 2005 and now has 363 alumni from 32 countries, is now accepting applications through May 8 for its 2022 program, which will run Sept. 27-Oct. 14.

Chanel’s international programs include the Through Her Lens: Tribeca Chanel Women’s Filmmaker Program, Chanel...

Banijay Germany Launches Tech Jv

Banijay Germany has launched a Jv with Austrian tech start-up influence.vision as it pushes further into the tech and influencer space. Influence.vision was founded in 2017 and said it has connected more than 1000 brands and content creators on a common platform during the past five years. Working across social media platforms and podcasting, it has implemented campaigns for the likes of Universal Pictures, Dyson and NordVPN. Influence.vision is the best platform to connect brands with influencers and therefore, a great fit for us to build on our offerings in this important space,” said Banijay Germany CEO Marcus Wolter. Banijay Germany is comprised of 20 labels and produces the likes of Celebrity Big Brother and Lego® Masters.

‘Van Der Valk’ Recommissioned For Third Season

European detective drama Van der Valk has been commissioned for a third season comprised of three two-hour specials. The show for Masterpiece in the U.

This weekly feature is in addition to TVLine’s daily What to Watch listings and monthly guide to What’s on Streaming.

With more than 530 scripted shows now airing across broadcast, cable and streaming, it’s easy to forget that a favorite comedy is returning, or that the new “prestige drama” you anticipated is about to debut. So consider this our reminder to set your DVR, order a Season Pass, pop a fresh Memorex into the Vcr… however it is you roll.

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AMC’s British programming-focused streamer Acorn TV has commissioned eight-part procedural “Cannes Confidential.”

The series is a co-production between Dramacorp, the Stockholm-based production company founded by Patrick Nebout, part of Jan Mojto’s Beta Film, and Acorn Media Enterprises, Acorn TV’s commissioning and co-producing arm. Lead writer is prolific U.K. scribe Chris Murray, whose credits include “Casualty,” “Holby City,” “Van der Valk” and “Midsomer Murders.”

The series is set on the Cote d’Azur and will enjoy unprecedented access to film across the city of Cannes when production begins in early 2021. The series will exclusively premiere on Acorn TV in North America, New Zealand, Australia and the U.K. in late 2021.

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ViacomCBS Networks U.K. has announced the appointment of Sarah Rose as chief operating officer. She will report into Maria Kyriacou, president of ViacomCBS Networks U.K. and Australia.

Rose is an industry veteran, beginning her...

In his latest podcast/interview, host and screenwriter Stuart Wright talks with director Ed Boase about the Blackpool set crime thriller Trick Or Treat, starring Craig Kelly (Queer As Folk) with his brother Dean Lennox Kelly (Shameless) alongside Jason Flemyng, Kris Marshall (Love Actually), Maimie McCoy (Van Der Valk), Shaun Parkes (The Mummy Returns), Hugo Speer (The Full Monty) and Frances Barber (Goal!).

Taking place over the course of a single psychedelic Halloween night in ghostly Blackpool, Trick Or Treat sees depressed Greg Kielty’s life get turned upside down when his estranged brother Dan turns up, claiming to have drunkenly run someone over. But has Dan just murdered a gangster’s son? Or maybe there’s an even more sinister explanation.

Trick Or Treat will be released on all major UK digital platforms on 1st June 2020 by genre specialists Evolutionary Films. Nb: This podcast was recorded in Autumn 2019 but...

Daniel Lapaine as Lord “Lofty” Lofthouse.

When UK-based actor Daniel Lapaine was asked by his mate Tim Minchin to play his aggrieved brother in Lingo Pictures/Foxtel’s Upright, he was both surprised and delighted.

Surprised because it was his first role in an Australian production since he moved to the UK 20 years ago.

While he was filming Upright, director Tony Tilse and producer Fiona Eagger offered him the part of Lord “Lofty” Lofthouse in Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears, which opens on Thursday.

This week he began filming the second season of Hoodlum Entertainment/Network 10’s Five Bedrooms, directed by Peter Templeman, Fadia Abboud and Shirley Barrett.

“It was the longest comeback in Australian screen history,” Lapaine tells If. “I had been working mostly in theatre in London but also had the chance to appear in series like Catastrophe with Sharon Horgan and The Durrells. It...

In the fourth round of the 2019 Film Production Incentive, contributions were made to 12 features, one animated movie, one drama series and one documentary series. The Netherlands Film Fund, the country's main film agency, has announced the recipients of its latest Film Production Incentive. The fourth slate of funding will support the making of 15 new audiovisual projects, including ten international co-productions. These contributions will generate over €24.8 million in production expenditure across the entire spectrum of the Dutch film industry. The big winners of this slate of funding are two high-end TV series – namely, Niek Koppen and Lourens Blok's The Story of the Netherlands, and the second season of Van der Valk, the director of which is yet to be disclosed. The first project, penned by Marteen van der Duin, and co-produced by Pupkin Film and Tuvalu Media, is a ten-episode documentary series exploring how...

The international TV business convened in Cannes this week for Mipcom, the biggest television market of the year and a firm date on the calendar for distributors and acquisitions execs. Although no one title emerged as this year’s standout, there were deals aplenty on the ground.

Here are some of the most eye-catching:

– Pathé has teamed with Vendôme Group to co-produce a miniseries retelling the story of last April’s devastating fire at the Notre-Dame cathedral in Paris. The companies are co-developing the project with U.K.-based Moonriver TV.

– British entertainment channel E4 acquired three U.S. scripted series: NBC’s upcoming musical dramedy “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” from Lionsgate, and CBS shows “Man With a Plan” and “Star Trek: Discovery.”

– PBS Masterpiece has boarded the remake of classic European detective series “Van der Valk”, which is being produced by Company Pictures and Nl Film & TV. All...

PBS Masterpiece has boarded the remake of classic European detective series “Van der Valk” and will co-produce and air the show in the U.S.

Masterpiece’s Rebecca Eaton will exec produce the project. It is the latest in a healthy line of U.K.-originated drama that Masterpiece has boarded since becoming the U.S. home for British-made hits such as “Downton Abbey.” More recent projects include “Mrs Wilson” and the upcoming “All Creatures Great and Small” reboot.

“Van der Valk” now joins that roster. The original series was loosely based on the Nicolas Freeling novels and was made by British producer Thames for ITV in the 1970s. Barry Foster starred as the thoughtful titular Dutch detective, tackling crimes against a picturesque Dutch backdrop. The producers said the new iteration will see Van der Valk re-imagined as an unapologetic and street-smart cop in Amsterdam who leads a dynamic team investigating mysterious crimes.

Midsomer Murders writer Chris Murray is taking a pro-European approach to his latest drama – taking one of Britain’s best loved actors and turning him into a Dutch detective.

Murray is remaking Dutch procedural Van Der Valk for a slew of European broadcasters including ITV in the UK, Germany’s Ard, France Télévisions and Npo Netherlands with Safe and Mad Dogs actor Marc Warren in the lead role.

All3Media International, which co-commissioned the series from its own Company Pictures is now taking the three-part drama to Cannes in the hope of closing more deals.

Murray told Deadline, “I’ve done quite a few detective shows over the years and I always remembered the setting of the original and liked the idea that in these times [of Brexit], being relatively pro-European, of doing a detective series that reflected contemporary Europe.”

The show follows a street smart and unapologetic Dutch detective, played by Warren,...

In this week’s International TV Newswire, catch up on Amazon’s soccer push, Gen Z’s thoughts on power structures, Dazn’s newest acquisitions in Europe, a rebooted detective drama in Amsterdam, A+E Networks executive shake-up in Asia and a new international animation alliance between Mondo TV Group and German upstart Toon2Tango.

Amazon Picks up Another Soccer Docu-Series: Live Sports Coming?

Amazon has grown its soccer catalog, picking up worldwide rƒights to “Inside Borussia Dortmund,” a chronicle of the German club’s 2018-19 season which saw it finish as Bundesliga runners-up to perennial power-house Bayern Munich on the final day of the season.

The four-part docu-series will go inside the locker-rooms and lives of players and staff with the first episodes premiering Aug. 16 and each subsequent episode launching weekly every Friday.

Amazon has already had success with soccer-themed content with “All or Nothing: Manchester City” which chronicled the...