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Year
2026
Seasons
1 season · 6 episodes
Countries
United Kingdom
Production
  • Gaumont
  • Poison Pen Studios
Director
Emma Sullivan
Starring
Laura Donnelly, Helen Baxendale, Mark Rowley, Emun Elliott, Tamsin Jordan

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About the series

In the remote Scottish Highlands, the body of a 17-year-old boy is discovered in disturbing circumstances. The unusual positioning of the victim suggests a ritualistic killing, while striking similarities to an unsolved murder from five years earlier raise fears that the same killer may have returned. Experienced detective Monica Kennedy is assigned to the case alongside her new partner, Connor Crawford. As they examine the evidence and retrace the events surrounding the earlier crime, they realize they may be dealing with a murderer who has been hiding in plain sight. Their investigation leads them into the buried secrets of the local community. Old grudges, hidden connections, and painful memories gradually emerge, revealing that the latest murder may be part of a much larger story. The case becomes deeply personal for Monica when the investigation puts her own family in danger. With another teenager potentially at risk, she must uncover the truth before the killer has a chance to strike again.

Seasons & episodes

Season 1

2026 · 6 episodes

  1. Still from episode 1
    E01

    Episode 1

    12 Jul 2026 45 min

    DI Monica Kennedy's family day out comes to an end when a woman from her past shows up. With this reappearance hanging over her, Monica is called to investigate a chilling crime.

  2. Still from episode 2
    E02

    Episode 2

    13 Jul 2026 48 min

    When a second body is discovered, Detective Kennedy begins to look for links between the two victims and comes to terms with the fact that they’re dealing with a serial killer.

  3. Still from episode 3
    E03

    Episode 3

    20 Jul 2026 46 min

    When a clue to the next intended victim is found, DI Kennedy must battle to discover his whereabouts before it's too late. But it soon becomes clear the killer is playing with her.

  4. Still from episode 4
    E04

    Episode 4

    21 Jul 2026 46 min

    After a third murder attempt fails, a new suspect emerges for DI Kennedy, and the return of a missing son sends shockwaves through his family.

  5. Still from episode 5
    E05

    Episode 5

    26 Jul 2026 46 min

    Monica's investigation into the murders crosses into her personal life when the killer claims their latest victim.

  6. Still from episode 6
    E06

    Episode 6

    27 Jul 2026 46 min

    After a murder close to home, Detective Kennedy is removed from the investigation. But a final act by the killer brings her right back into the centre of the case.

Questions and answers

How many seasons and episodes does “The Dark” have?

1 season, 6 episodes.

When did “The Dark” premiere?

Premiere: 12 July 2026.

Who stars in “The Dark”?

Starring: Laura Donnelly, Helen Baxendale, Mark Rowley, Emun Elliott and others.

Who directed “The Dark”?

Director: Emma Sullivan.

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