Down Cemetery Road – Thriller on Apple TV+ | Oct 29, 2025
Prepare for a gripping blend of mystery, conspiracy, and suspense as Down Cemetery Road arrives on Apple TV+ on October 29, 2025. Based on Mick Herron’s acclaimed debut novel, this intense British thriller takes viewers into a quiet Oxford suburb where nothing is as it seems.
A Shocking Disappearance in a Silent Town
When a devastating house explosion shakes South Oxford, a young child mysteriously disappears without a trace. Sarah Tucker (Ruth Wilson), a sharp and curious neighbor, becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth. Her search leads her to Zoë Boehm (Emma Thompson), a private investigator with a troubled past. Together, they dive into a web of lies, corruption, and buried secrets that connect local authorities to a hidden military conspiracy.
As the two women get closer to the truth, their lives spiral into danger. Every lead opens another dark chapter of deception, and the line between justice and survival blurs in a town that hides more than it reveals.
A Stellar Cast and Team
Featuring a powerhouse ensemble, Down Cemetery Road stars:
- Ruth Wilson as Sarah Tucker
- Emma Thompson as Zoë Boehm
- Adeel Akhtar as Hamza
- Nathan Stewart-Jarrett as Downey
- Tom Goodman-Hill as Gerard
- Darren Boyd as C
- Tom Riley as Mark
- Adam Godley as Joe Silverman
- Sinead Matthews as Denise/”Wigwam”
Behind the Scenes
The series is directed by Natalie Bailey, with a screenplay by Morwenna Banks, and produced by 60Forty Films. Together, they bring Herron’s darkly comic yet emotionally charged world to life, blending atmospheric visuals with razor-sharp dialogue and layered storytelling.
A Conspiracy That Will Leave You Speechless
Down Cemetery Road explores how ordinary people get caught in extraordinary circumstances — and how power, secrecy, and guilt can consume even the most peaceful communities. With its gripping narrative and powerful performances, this Apple TV+ original promises to be one of 2025’s standout mystery thrillers.
Streaming Details
- Title: Down Cemetery Road
- Platform: Apple TV+
- Release Date: October 29, 2025
- Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Drama
- Based on: Down Cemetery Road by Mick Herron
- Screenplay: Morwenna Banks
- Director: Natalie Bailey
- Produced by: 60Forty Films
Tune in to Apple TV+ this October 29, 2025, for an edge-of-your-seat ride through secrets, lies, and shocking revelations.
