'Long Bright River' Earns Acclaim for Its Authentic Portrayal of Addiction and Family Trauma
Peacock's adaptation of Liz Moore's novel highlights the opioid crisis and systemic inequality through a gripping crime drama and emotional family narrative.
- The series, based on Liz Moore's 2020 novel, is set in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood and explores the intersection of addiction, poverty, and family trauma.
- Amanda Seyfried stars as Mickey Fitzpatrick, a flawed police officer navigating a murder investigation while searching for her missing sister.
- Extensive research and community engagement, including work with harm-reduction programs, informed the show's realistic depiction of Kensington's struggles.
- The production emphasizes authenticity by casting local actors and filming in real locations, earning praise for its grounded storytelling.
- Currently streaming on Peacock, the series is also competing in the international category at the Series Mania festival, showcasing its global resonance.
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