When a writer behind one of Netflix’s biggest recent limited series announces his next project, people pay attention. Jack Thorne, the creator of Adolescence, is building a new British drama called The Unheard. It stars Oscar winner Kate Winslet and BAFTA nominee Maxine Peake as two sisters who go on the run after an act of vengeance goes wrong. It is early days, but here is everything we know so far.
The Unheard : Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Platform | Netflix |
| Format | British limited series, 5 episodes |
| Creator | Jack Thorne |
| Director | Mounia Akl (House of Guinness) |
| Stars | Kate Winslet, Maxine Peake |
| Filming | Expected to begin in 2027 |
| Expected release | 2028 (not officially announced) |
The Story: A Revenge Plan That Goes Wrong
Netflix’s description says the series follows two sisters who go on the run after an act of vengeance goes wrong. As they are pursued, the story asks what drove them to such a reckless act, and whether they ever intended to get away with it.
That second question is intriguing. It suggests the series may be as interested in motive and consequence as it is in the chase. For background on the writer behind it, see Jack Thorne on Wikipedia.
Meet the Leads
| Actor | Known For |
|---|---|
| Kate Winslet | Titanic, Sense and Sensibility, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, The Holiday, Avatar. Seven-time Oscar nominee who won Best Actress in 2009 for The Reader. On Netflix, she starred in and directed Goodbye June |
| Maxine Peake | Shameless, Anne, Three Girls, Say Nothing, Bait, Last Seen, I Swear. On Netflix, she appeared in the Black Mirror episode “Metalhead” and voiced a role in Wendell & Wild |
Both stars are also executive producers, alongside Thorne. For more streaming news, browse our OTT and entertainment coverage on Technosports.
The Team Behind the Series
- Creator: Jack Thorne
- Director: Mounia Akl
- Executive producers: Mark Herbert and Emily Feller (Warp Films), Hannah Walters and Stephen Graham (Matriarch Productions), and Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner and Nina Wolarsky (Plan B), plus Winslet, Peake and Thorne
Jack Thorne’s Netflix Streak
Thorne has become one of Netflix’s most prolific writers since 2025. His recent work includes:
| Project | Note |
|---|---|
| Adolescence | A multi-award-winning limited series |
| Toxic Town | British drama |
| Lord of the Flies | Television adaptation |
| Enola Holmes 3 | Written and produced by Thorne |
| Upcoming spy series | A collaboration with Millie Bobby Brown, co-starring David Harbour |
That track record helps explain why this new announcement is drawing early attention.
Why The Unheard Is Worth Watching?
- A proven creator: Thorne’s recent limited series have been critical favourites.
- Two acclaimed leads: Winslet and Peake bring serious acting weight.
- A tight format: Five episodes suggests a focused, no-filler story.
- A morally tricky premise: The sisters’ motives are part of the mystery.
If you enjoy British limited series with a gritty edge, add this to your watchlist. Check our what to watch guides and latest entertainment news for more.
What We Still Don’t Know?
- The rest of the cast, with more names expected to be announced
- An official release date, as Netflix has not given a window
- Trailer or first-look images
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When will The Unheard release on Netflix?
Netflix has not announced a date. Filming is expected to start in 2027, so a 2028 release is likely.
Q2. Who stars in The Unheard?
Kate Winslet and Maxine Peake play sisters on the run, and they are the only confirmed cast so far.
