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Devoted Mum's Life Collapses in New Thriller
2 Jun
Summary
- A mother's life unravels after her son befriends a manipulative teen.
- Grief and rage consume a mother seeking truth after tragedy.
- Based on Louise Candlish's bestselling novel, filmed in London.
Channel 5 is set to release a new six-part psychological thriller titled The Heights, inspired by Louise Candlish's bestselling novel. The series centres on Ellen, a London-based mother devoted to her family, whose life takes a dark turn.
The plot thickens when her teenage son, Lucas, introduces his new friend, Kieran, who is manipulative and reckless. This new influence begins to fracture Ellen's family life.
A devastating tragedy strikes, leaving Ellen consumed by grief and rage. She becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth, blurring the lines between justice and revenge.
The series promises a twist-filled story, exploring the power of maternal love and the consequences of grief. Filming is currently underway in London.
Anna Friel stars as Ellen, alongside newcomer Kit Redding as Lucas and Conrad Khan as Kieran. The cast also includes Stephen Tompkinson, Mark Stobbart, and other notable actors.
