The Long Call

Production Note - Limited Series

The Long Call is a standalone Miniseries that concluded its 4-episode run in October 2021. This atmospheric crime drama serves as a prestige adaptation of the celebrated novel by Ann Cleeves, marking the first time the Two Rivers series was brought to the screen. Produced by Silverprint Pictures, the narrative maintains a singular focus on the homecoming of DI Matthew Venn, blending a high-stakes murder investigation with deep, personal thematic resonance. The production is lauded for its cinematic depiction of the North Devon coastline and its commitment to a definitive, self-contained story arc. By prioritizing character depth and narrative finality over serialized longevity, it remains a quintessential example of the British four-part event drama format.