Entertainment
France TV Distribution launches true-event inspired mystery series 'Our Missing Sons' at Unifrance Rendez-Vous
The four-part drama based on the 1980s Mourmelon military disappearances is heading to international markets and the Festival de la Fiction.
The short version
- France TV Distribution is presenting its four-part drama 'Our Missing Sons' at the Unifrance Rendez-Vous market in Le Havre.
- The series, directed by Safy Nebbou, is inspired by the 1980s disappearances of military conscripts in Mourmelon and adapted from a novel by Julie Peyr.
- Following its market launch, the show will make its premiere at the Festival de la Fiction in La Rochelle as global sales are pursued.
Key facts
- The four-part mystery series 'Our Missing Sons' is debuting at the Unifrance Rendez-Vous market in Le Havre ahead of its premiere at the Festival de la Fiction in La Rochelle.[Variety]
- The series is produced by Studio 14 Films, directed by Safy Nebbou, and written by Julie Peyr, Nebbou, and Mary Arnaud.[Variety]
- The show is adapted from Peyr's novel 'Les Disparus des Argonnes', which drew inspiration from the 1980s disappearances of military conscripts in Mourmelon.[Variety]
- Alix Poisson stars as a mother who investigates the disappearance of her military son after authorities classify the case as desertion.[Variety]
- France TV Distribution is managing international sales for the project during the trade event running September 7–10.[Variety]
What remains uncertain
- International broadcast dates and specific distribution acquisitions for the series have not been announced.[Variety]