ITV and Acorn TV Acquired Crime Drama Series
The broadcasters have secured distribution rights for The Last to Disappear, a new crime drama series.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Television
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ITV and Acorn TV have acquired the crime drama The Last to Disappear. The series, based on a novel by Jo Spain, features a six-episode run.
Why it matters
The acquisition expands the international streaming and broadcast catalog for both ITV and Acorn TV. It highlights the continued demand for high-quality crime dramas produced for global distribution.
The Last to Disappear is a 6x60 minute series, mirroring the six-part format of the thriller An Impossible Way to Die. Both shows are currently being positioned by DCD Rights for international markets.
The players
DCD Rights
This independent distributor represents a wide catalog of television programming for international broadcast and streaming platforms.
Acorn TV
Owned by AMC Networks, this streaming service specializes in international television programs with a focus on British and crime dramas.
ITV
This major British broadcaster operates a network of television channels and a production arm that creates content for global markets.
Jo Spain
She is an author whose novel serves as the foundational source material for the crime drama series The Last to Disappear.
The details
The Last to Disappear was produced by Newgrange Pictures and Yellow Film & TV for the streaming service Elisa Viihde. The show, which is set in Lapland, stars Oona Airola, Sam Keeley, and Thea Sofie Loch Næss.
Timeline
September 30, 2026: The distribution deals were officially announced.
October 2026: DCD Rights will showcase new productions at Mipcom.
Industry Dynamics
This deal follows the long-standing industry pattern of leveraging the Mipcom television market to finalize international distribution agreements. Broadcasters use such events to stock their platforms with high-value scripted content to compete in an increasingly crowded streaming sector.
Viewers can expect The Last to Disappear to be available on ITV and Acorn TV platforms following the conclusion of Mipcom negotiations. The series will offer audiences a new crime drama production from the Nordic region.
The takeaway
The acquisition reflects a strong appetite for crime dramas that can be localized for international audiences. Viewers who enjoy thrillers based on popular novels should look for these titles to appear on their respective streaming platforms later this year.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by C21Media.
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