What is Safe (TV) About?
Safe is a British mystery drama television series that explores the depths of familial bonds, community ties, and the secrets that can lurk beneath the surface of seemingly idyllic lives. Tom Delaney, a widowed pediatric surgeon, faces the ultimate parental nightmare when his 16-year-old daughter Jenny disappears. Set against the backdrop of an affluent English suburb, the series follows Delaney's desperate search for his daughter, which leads him to unravel a complex web of secrets among his friends and neighbors. Amidst his pursuit, Delaney grapples with the recent loss of his wife to cancer and the challenge of connecting with his remaining family members. Created by novelist Harlan Coben and written by Danny Brocklehurst, 'Safe' is an eight-episode drama that debuted in 2018, reflecting on themes of trust, betrayal, and the lengths one will go to protect those they love. While assisting in the investigation, Detective Sergeant Sophie Mason, who is also Delaney's girlfriend and neighbor, provides a key link between the desperate father and the official pursuit of truth. The series features intense performances, particularly by Michael C. Hall as the beleaguered Tom Delaney, as it builds tension through its tightly woven narrative full of twists and emotional revelations.
The first episode of Safe aired on May 10, 2018 and the most recent episode to air was on May 10, 2018.