A crime drama on BBC iPlayer is being hailed as an "addictive masterpiece" by viewers12:02, 11 Jun 2026Fans of crime dramas are in for a treat with a gripping thriller that's currently streaming for free.‌Viewers are being encouraged to watch a beloved series set against the "beautiful" New Zealand landscape.‌The Gone is a crime series helmed by directors Peter Burger and Hannah Quinn, with screenplays penned by Anna McPartlin and Michael Bennet. The debut season, comprising six episodes, launched in 2023, with a second instalment arriving in 2024.‌Grey's Anatomy star Richard Flood heads the cast as Irish detective Theo Richter, who teams up with Detective Sergeant Diana Huia (Acushla-Tara Kupe) to probe the disappearance of an Irish couple in New Zealand, while Irish journalist Aileen Ryan (Carolyn Bracken) covers the unfolding story."Their job isn't made any easier by the community's growing concern that the disappearances may be linked to a series of historical murders, putting the whole town on edge," the official synopsis adds, reports the Express.‌The ensemble cast further features Vanessa Rare, Scott Wills, Wayne Hapi, Rachel Morgan, Michelle Fairley, Simon Mead, Manu Bennett, and Bill Murphy. Production took place on location across Dublin, Auckland and Te Aroha.The BBC acquired the thriller in 2024, with all 12 episodes now available to stream for free - making it an ideal weekend or evening binge-watch.Shortly after the drama arrived on the streaming service, Sue Deeks, Head of BBC Programme Acquisition, said: "Set amongst the beautiful New Zealand landscape, The Gone is an atmospheric and suspenseful mystery thriller, guaranteed to keep viewers guessing until the very end."‌Viewers have continued to heap praise on the "addictive masterpiece" series, with many drawing comparisons to other beloved BBC crime dramas such as Line of Duty, Shetland and Blue Lights.One IMDb user wrote: "Great show. You will be hooked. Not only is it a great murder mystery thriller and crime procedural but also has the breathtaking New Zealand and Irish beauty. I was fascinated."‌Another enthused: "Riveting! Definitely worth a watch. Unlike anything you've see before," while a third remarked: "Atmospheric and well written."A fourth viewer echoed these sentiments, stating: "Very gripping. A masterclass in cross-continental noir that successfully bridges the gap between two varying worlds," with yet another similarly gushing: "It's thoroughly engaging and entertaining. Great story. Great characters. The scenery is of course spectacular and beautifully shot. All the leads are spot on."A further viewer declared: "Must-see masterpiece that's even better than Shetland and Broadchurch."Article continues belowThe Gone is available to stream on BBC iPlayer