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Dive into Harlan Coben's thrilling new Netflix series "Run Away," where a father's desperate search for his daughter spirals into a deadly mystery.

AceShowbiz - When the latest series from Harlan Coben, , debuted on Netflix on January 1, 2026, it was set to captivate audiences. With a storyline rich in unexpected twists and outstanding performances, the show quickly became the ideal thriller for binge-watching during the holiday season. Just days after its release, Run Away soared to the top of Netflix's global rankings, surpassing even the beloved Stranger Things, according to FlixPatrol. In this gripping series, James Nesbitt portrays Simon Greene, a devoted father of three who embarks on a frantic quest to locate his missing eldest daughter, Paige (played by Ellie de Lange). However, things take a dark turn when Simon becomes embroiled in a deadly confrontation with Paige's boyfriend, Aaron Corval (Thomas Flynn), who is found dead on the same day, leading to Simon becoming the prime suspect in the murder.

While Nesbitt's captivating performance in Run Away undoubtedly anchors the show, fans familiar with Coben's work and Netflix's offerings have seen him shine in a different light before. In the earlier miniseries , which premiered on January 1, 2025, Nesbitt took on the role of Calligan, a complex and shady gangster, allowing him to explore a darker, more nuanced character.

So, what is Missing You all about? The story centers around a tough detective named Kat Donovan (played by Rosalind Eleazar), who unexpectedly discovers her long-lost fiancée, Josh (Ashley Walters), on a dating app after he vanished 11 years earlier. When she attempts to question him online, he blocks her without providing any explanation, leaving her frustrated and confused. As the head of the missing persons unit, Kat is already deep into the investigation of another disappearance, that of Rishi Migari (Rudi Dharmalingam). Just when she thinks she’s on the right track, a boy approaches her to help find his missing mother, who was last seen with Josh. This twist complicates the case and forces Kat to confront haunting secrets from her past.

Meanwhile, Kat is also grappling with the unresolved murder of her father (Lenny Henry), who tragically died shortly before Josh's initial disappearance. This intertwining of personal and professional investigations adds depth and intrigue to Missing You, showcasing Nesbitt's remarkable range as an actor.

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