Found is a 2023 American drama television series created by Nkechi Okoro Carroll that premiered on October 3, 2023, on Peacock. The series stars Gabrielle Union as Gabi Mosely, a brilliant recovery specialist who leads a team dedicated to finding America’s missing and forgotten people. But Gabi has a dark secret: she’s keeping her childhood kidnapper locked in her basement, using his insights to help her solve cases.
Synopsis:
Gabi Mosely and her team of specialists are driven by their own personal experiences with loss and disappearance. They work tirelessly to bring closure to families and expose the truth behind cold cases. However, Gabi’s unorthodox methods and her hidden prisoner threaten to jeopardize everything she’s built.
Cast:
- Gabrielle Union as Gabi Mosely
- Russell Hornsby as Joe Rollins
- Mark Curry as Keith McClary
- Aaron Ashmore as Matt Flynn
- Vedette Lim as Sharon Sanchez
- Jessica Harper as Tiffany Rose
- Tim Curry as David Putnam
Crew and Release Date:
- Creator:Â Nkechi Okoro Carroll
- Director: Adam Davidson (pilot), Hanelle Culpepper, So Yong Kim
- Screenwriter: Nkechi Okoro Carroll, Janine Sherman Barrois, Ilyasah Shabazz
- Release Date: October 3, 2023 (Peacock)
Story: Found is a story about obsession, redemption, and the lengths people will go to for the ones they love. It’s a suspenseful thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. But it’s also a character-driven drama that explores the profound impact of loss and the enduring power of hope.
A Review: Critics have praised Found for its strong performances, particularly Gabrielle Union’s portrayal of the complex and troubled Gabi Mosely. They’ve also lauded the show’s timely and relevant subject matter, as well as its suspenseful storytelling. However, some critics have found the show’s pacing to be uneven and its use of flashbacks to be excessive.
Critical Response:
- “Found is a gripping and suspenseful drama that will keep you hooked from the first episode. Gabrielle Union delivers a powerhouse performance as Gabi Mosely, a woman haunted by her past but determined to make a difference.” – The Hollywood Reporter.
- “Found is a well-acted and thought-provoking drama that tackles the important issue of missing persons. However, the show’s slow pacing and overuse of flashbacks may frustrate some viewers.” – Variety.
Three Life Lessons:
- No matter how dark your past, there is always hope for redemption.
- The people you love can give you the strength to overcome anything.
- You never know what someone is capable of until you put them to the test.
Conclusion: Found is a must-watch for fans of suspenseful dramas with strong female leads. It’s a show that will stay with you long after the credits roll.
