The Five

A slow-burning, sombre mystery that keeps you leaning in, heavy with old guilt and the ache of unresolved loss.

Created by

Harlan Coben

Genres

Drama, Mystery, Crime

Starring

Tom Cullen, O-T Fagbenle, Lee Ingleby

Overview

When they were twelve years old, Mark, Pru, Danny and Slade were out together in the park. Mark’s five-year-old brother, Jesse, was annoying them. They were mean – told him to get lost. Jesse ran away. He was gone. Never seen again. Twenty years later, Danny – now a detective – learns some shocking news. Jesse’s DNA has been found at a murder scene. He is alive and out there. Somewhere.

How it feels

Tense, dark, melancholic and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Mystery, grief, guilt, friendship

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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