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Vanished (TV series)

Vanished is an American mystery thriller miniseries that premiered on MGM+ on February 1, 2026.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Vanished is an American mystery thriller miniseries that premiered on MGM+ on February 1, 2026. Created by David Hilton and Preston Thompson, it stars Kaley Cuoco and Sam Claflin as a couple whose trip to France turns into a disappearance mystery.

Premise

The series follows Alice, whose romantic trip to France is disrupted when Tom vanishes from a train. Her search for answers uncovers secrets about his past and puts her in danger. The story is set largely in Paris and southern France.

Production and release

Vanished was created by David Hilton and Preston Thompson and premiered on MGM+ in the United States on February 1, 2026. Reports also note a later wider release on Prime Video in some countries. Canadian viewers were among the audiences reported to receive the series on Prime Video after its MGM+ debut.

Cast

Kaley Cuoco and Sam Claflin lead the series as Alice and Tom. The supporting cast includes Matthias Schweighöfer, Karin Viard, Simon Abkarian, and Dar Zuzovsky.

Reception

The series drew mixed attention in reviews and commentary after release. Coverage described it as a mystery caper and compared its tone to other suspense thrillers.

Key facts

  • Vanished is a four-episode miniseries.
  • It stars Kaley Cuoco and Sam Claflin.
  • The series premiered on MGM+ on February 1, 2026.
  • It was later made available on Prime Video in some regions.
  • The story is set in Paris and southern France.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers were among the audiences reported to receive the series on Prime Video after its MGM+ debut.

Frequently asked questions

What is Vanished about?
It is about a woman whose boyfriend disappears during a train trip in France, leading her into a mystery involving hidden secrets and danger.
How many episodes does Vanished have?
Vanished is a four-episode miniseries.
Who created Vanished?
The series was created by David Hilton and Preston Thompson.
Who stars in Vanished?
Kaley Cuoco and Sam Claflin star in the lead roles, with Matthias Schweighöfer and Karin Viard among the supporting cast.
When did Vanished premiere?
It premiered on February 1, 2026, on MGM+.
Is Vanished available outside the United States?
Reports indicate it was made available on Prime Video in some regions after its MGM+ debut.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vanished_(2026_TV_series)
    Supports: Series title, genre, creators, cast, and MGM+ premiere date.
  2. Amazon — https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/entertainment/vanished-kaley-cuoco-prime-video-mgm-plus
    Supports: Premise, episode count, release on MGM+ and Prime Video, and cast details.
  3. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/vanished/1060524865/
    Supports: Premise and series identification.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/vanished_2026
    Supports: Release date and synopsis.
  5. Metacritic — https://www.metacritic.com/tv/vanished-2026/
    Supports: Synopsis and premiere date.
  6. Yahoo Entertainment — https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tv/articles/kaley-cuoco-paris-set-mystery-162000674.html
    Supports: Distribution, cast, creators, and February 2026 debut.