The Rumour

Limited Series

A mother moves to a small town and gets entangled with a group of mothers. She exploits a rumor of a child predator living nearby, fueling gossip and heightening tensions while trying to safeguard her son amidst rising mistrust.

Where to Watch The Rumour • Limited Series

5 Episodes

Episode 1
E1
Episode 1Joanna, seeking a fresh start, moves to Flinstead with her son Alfie. While trying to integrate into the community, she inadvertently spreads a rumour that a notorious child killer might be living among them.
Episode 2
E2
Episode 2With Joanna caught in the chilling rumours, tensions rise and Alfie goes missing. Panic consumes her as she frantically searches, fearing the worst. And on Halloween night, there's a shocking discovery.
Episode 3
E3
Episode 3The community is left reeling by shocking events, and further revelations shine an even darker light on the town. Joanna is left questioning her allies.
Episode 4
E4
Episode 4Joanna becomes obsessed with finding out who Sally McGowan is. Michael is horrified by Joanna's behaviour and reveals he knows she scared a child in London. Undeterred, she believes a prison painting could expose the truth. Fired from work, she rushes to Kay's house and saves her from a gas leak. Joanna tips off Zac, but when he exposes Liz, Bea realises Joanna was the source.
Episode 5
E5
Episode 5Joanna reels from the truth while Bea faces the fallout. As Michael warns Bea, unaware they're being watched, Joanna discovers Rachel has taken Alfie. Desperate, she tracks them to a derelict house, where Rachel demands Bea's confession. Flames erupt, chaos ensues, and Joanna seizes the moment to escape with Alfie.