BBC Snags Gritty New French Action Thriller “Dark Hearts”
The BBC has snapped up the rights to “Dark Hearts”, a pulse-pounding French action drama from Newen Connect. The six-part series will air on BBC Four and be available on BBC iPlayer, promising viewers a riveting blend of military grit and espionage tension.
Elite Forces, Deadly Mission in Iraq
Set in Iraq just before the 2016 battle for Mosul, “Dark Hearts” stars Marie Dompnier (Witnesses), Thierry Godard (Spiral), and Nicolas Duvauchelle (Braquo). The plot follows a French Special Forces unit tasked with rescuing the daughter and grandchildren of a top ISIS leader. Their mission? Extract critical intel to prevent a looming terrorist attack.
Directed by Academy Award nominee Ziad Doueiri (The Insult), the series delivers sharp action and thrilling espionage drama.
BBC Execs Buzzing About New Thriller
“Not only is Dark Hearts a gripping mix of action drama and espionage thriller, it also gives a fascinating insight into the lives of a close-knit elite military unit who know that every mission could be their last.”
– Sue Deeks, Head of BBC Programme Acquisition
Leona Connell, Chief Commercial Officer at Newen Connect, added: “Following the success of shows like The Promise, we’re delighted to bring Dark Hearts to UK viewers as it makes its international debut.”
A Fresh, Fierce Take on Special Ops Drama
Created and written by Dang Thai Duong and Corinne Garfin (The Bureau), and produced by Gilles de Verdiere of Mandarin Productions, “Dark Hearts” promises to shine a light on the tough realities faced by elite soldiers. This gripping series adds a fresh international edge to the BBC’s lineup—perfect for fans of high-stakes military drama.
