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The Cry is a 2018 British psychological thriller miniseries produced by the BBC and based on Helen FitzGerald's 2014 novel of the same name. The four-part series stars Jenna Coleman as a young mother whose baby disappears during a trip to Australia. The narrative examines the media scrutiny and psychological toll that follows the disappearance. The series aired on BBC One and was distributed internationally on platforms including SundanceTV in the United States.
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What happens in The Cry?
Joanna and Alistair travel to Australia with their baby, but the child disappears and the family becomes the focus of intense public scrutiny. The four-part drama examines the collapse of a relationship and the competing versions of what happened.
How many episodes does The Cry have?
The Cry is a four-part miniseries, with episodes running about 60 minutes each. It was completed and broadcast in 2018.
Who plays Joanna in The Cry?
Jenna Coleman plays Joanna, the young mother at the center of the story. Ewen Leslie plays Alistair, and Asher Keddie plays Alexandra, his Australian ex-wife.
Is The Cry based on a book?
Yes. The miniseries is adapted from Helen FitzGerald's 2013 novel of the same name, with a television screenplay by Jacquelin Perske.
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