Little Disasters trailer teases Diane Kruger and Jo Joyner in a tense new psychological thriller - here's everything to know

A still from the show (Image via Apple TV)
A still from the show (Image via Apple TV)

Little Disasters is set to arrive this December with a premise that will keep the audience on the edge of their seats. The six-part psychological thriller features Diane Kruger as Jess is caught in an "unexplained injury," and Jo Joyner as Liz, a doctor treating her during an emergency, who ends up calling social security on her decade-long friend. The series aims to probe how one moment of vulnerability and miscommunication can shatter the bond of friendship and family forever.

Based on the titular novel by Sarah Vaughan, the show will delve into the complex lives of four mothers whose years-long friendship falls apart and encounters its biggest test. The trust in friendship and the moment of weakness becomes a weapon, and protecting a child turns into questioning your closest friend. The Little Disaster trailer offers a glimpse into this chaotic and tense story. The various plots in the story promise to keep viewers guessing.

The story, set to release on December 11 exclusively on Paramount+. The streaming release will be available across Canada, the U.S., Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Latin America, and Austria.


What is the storyline behind the show?

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Little Disasters follows four women who had encountered each other during pregnancy and ended up forming an unlikely friendship. Jess Carrisford, portrayed by Diane Kruger, appears to be the perfect stay-at-home mother who has everything put together. Meanwhile, Liz, played by Jo Jovner, works as an emergency room doctor who is constantly working around the clock.

At last, Mel and Charlotte, portrayed by Shelley Conn and Emily Taaffe respectively, complete this tight-knit circle. These women share little beyond their children's birth dates and have still supported each other through the struggles of motherhood for 10 years.

The drama centers around an accident in Jess's life that changes the dynamics of her family and friends. Jess brings her baby daughter to the hospital with a head injury, and she fails to explain the reason behind it.

Liz attends to the baby in the emergency room and finds herself in a difficult position. As the doctor on duty, she is forced to decide whether to contact social services about Jess. This single phone call creates a domino effect that not only destroys their friendship but also their entire families.

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The cast of Little Disasters

The Little Disasters trailer showcases an impressive ensemble that promises to bring depth and nuance to the show. Diane Kruger takes the lead role as Jess and brings her experience from projects like Inglourious Basterds and Troy to this complicated character.

Another cast member, Jo Joyner, who is well recognized for her work in British television, plays the role of Liz in this show. The additional cast includes Ben Bailey Smith, Patrick Baladi, JJ Feild, and Stephen Campbell Moore. Every actor brings nuance to characters caught in an increasingly complex situation.

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What can viewers expect from the adaptation?

Amanda Duek adapted Sarah Vaughan's book for the screen. The trailer for Little Disasters suggests the show will explore difficult questions about parenting, responsibility, and friendship. The question revolves around how far one would go to protect their friend and the transformation of the line of concern into betrayal.

The series examines these moral dilemmas through the lens of friendship and motherhood. The executive producers, Alex Smith, Ash Atalla, and Marianna Abbotts from Roughcut Productions, oversee this project alongside author Sarah Vaughan. Simon Judd serves as executive producer for Fremantle. Eva Sigurðardóttir additionally directs the limited show with Myf Hopkins as a producer.

The premiere details of Little Disasters include the release date of December 11, as it debuts on Paramount+. The trailer for Little Disasters has already generated buzz among viewers of psychological thrillers. The six episodes will explore how one decision can shift years of friendship and trust.

Little Disasters will tackle themes of motherhood, loyalty, and judgment in an unexpected fashion.


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Edited by IRMA