Peacock's 'Long Bright River' Brings Liz Moore's Acclaimed Novel to Life

The adaptation explores addiction, family, and resilience, with Amanda Seyfried leading the cast in a gritty portrayal of Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood.

Peacock's 'Long Bright River' is a series adaptation of Liz Moore's bestselling 2020 novel, co-created by Moore herself and showrunner Nikki Toscano.
Amanda Seyfried stars as Mickey, a Philadelphia police officer navigating the opioid crisis while searching for her missing sister and investigating a string of murders.
The show incorporates key changes from the novel, including expanded roles for certain characters and adjustments to Mickey's family background and education.
Seyfried, who also serves as an executive producer, drew on her personal experiences with addiction in her family and conducted extensive research in Kensington to prepare for the role.
The series aims to foster compassion for those affected by addiction while portraying the challenges of policing and systemic issues in an authentic way.