I loved the first season so much and was genuinely excited to watch the next series, which is out today. So far, I am already hooked. It’s intense, gripping, and it proves yet again just how important the work of these investigators is. This show doesn’t just highlight cases it highlights the emotional weight, the urgency, and the humanity behind every missing person.
“I can’t pinpoint exactly when it happened, the day the cases started to come in thicker and faster or the violence got worse. These cases test our resolve, but it is our duty no matter what to carry on.”
“Each day someone will go missing be there no doubt about that. But we will bring them home and when the unthinkable has happened you hope and pray for justice.”
Those lines set the tone for the entire season. They add depth, vulnerability, and a powerful reminder of how high the stakes are for both the families and the officers. What stood out to me immediately is how grounded Season 2 feels nothing is dramatised for entertainment. Instead, the real emotional weight comes through naturally, raw and honest.
Season 2 once again follows officers from South Carolina’s sheriff’s department as they quickly search for individuals who have disappeared. What’s even more noticeable this time around is how much the storytelling has matured. You can sense the urgency in every conversation, every clue, and every long pause where an officer is trying to piece together what went wrong.
The show balances heartache and hope in a way that never feels forced, and that’s honestly rare for true-crime documentaries. It gives space to the grief, but it also gives space to determination and sometimes even light in a way that feels respectful and real.
The first full case is about a young man called Morgan Duncan, who went missing on Thanksgiving. His phone, wallet, and medication were still at his apartment. Then they learn that there are various struggles and issues with his neighbours, who share how wonderful the young man was. It’s heartbreaking, confusing, and compelling all at once the kind of story where you can’t help but root for answers.
Another case focuses on a young woman who seemingly disappears at night, and the missing persons department must search across different areas to piece together the full picture. These kinds of cases highlight how complex and unpredictable investigations can be, and the season captures that complexity without ever feeling overwhelming. The pacing is tight, the editing is thoughtful, and the emotion is never handled lightly.
There are four episodes, each around 45 minutes, which is great because it doesn’t drag on too long. Instead, it stays focused and impactful, with every minute serving the story rather than stretching it.
Season 2 not only builds on what made the show so strong to begin with, but it shows that there is still so much more to explore and more lives to bring into the light.
I need a third season.