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Season 1 – The Rumour

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Joanna arrives in Flinstead with her son Alfie, eager for a fresh start, but when she spreads a rumor that a child killer is living in town, paranoia takes hold; as suspicion spreads, Joanna becomes convinced that her neighbour is hiding a secret.

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Christopher Stevens Daily Mail (UK) Sep 18
4/5
Debbie is the sort of woman who appoints herself head of the committee that decides whether other mums are worthy of admission to the elite clique — and, more important still, whether their children will be accepted. Atack plays her to perfection. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Faye H @Fayelouisa Feb 3 I watch all the dramas and this is up there with one of my favs. The twist was fab! See more Jamie R @RT35235859 Oct 12 Amateur night out, absolutely dreadful acting.The story line is totally unbelievable. See more Read all reviews
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Rachel Shenton

Joanna

Joanne Whalley

Bea

Samuel Anderson

Michael

Ellie Haddington

Liz

Lucy Speed

Rachel

Emily Atack

Debbie

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 10, 2025 Joanna arrives in Flinstead with her son Alfie, eager for a fresh start, but when she spreads a rumor that a child killer is living in town, paranoia takes hold; as suspicion spreads, Joanna becomes convinced that her neighbour is hiding a secret. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 11, 2025 Joanna arrives in Flinstead with her son Alfie, eager for a fresh start, but when she spreads a rumor that a child killer is living in town, paranoia takes hold; as suspicion spreads, Joanna becomes convinced that her neighbour is hiding a secret. Details Episode 3 Aired Sep 12, 2025 Joanna arrives in Flinstead with her son Alfie, eager for a fresh start, but when she spreads a rumor that a child killer is living in town, paranoia takes hold; as suspicion spreads, Joanna becomes convinced that her neighbour is hiding a secret. Details Episode 4 Aired Sep 17, 2025 Joanna arrives in Flinstead with her son Alfie, eager for a fresh start, but when she spreads a rumor that a child killer is living in town, paranoia takes hold; as suspicion spreads, Joanna becomes convinced that her neighbour is hiding a secret. Details Episode 5 Aired Sep 18, 2025 Joanna arrives in Flinstead with her son Alfie, eager for a fresh start, but when she spreads a rumor that a child killer is living in town, paranoia takes hold; as suspicion spreads, Joanna becomes convinced that her neighbour is hiding a secret. Details
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Season Info

Director
Richard Clark
Executive Producer
Mike Benson, Rachel Gesua, Suzi McIntosh, Dixie Linder, Nick Marston, Sebastian Cardwell, Paul Testar, Lucy Jack, Sammi Willetts
Screenwriter
Giula Sandler
Network
Channel 5
Genre
Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Sep 10, 2025