Teenager resurfaces after disappearance

Three years after vanishing, teenager Michael (Landon Valentin) reappears with cement dust in his hair, hinting at his recent location and the circumstances of his return. His reappearance sets off a chain of events that will test the skills of those trying to uncover the truth behind his disappearance.

Jonah’s detective skills

In the style of a modern-day Sherlock Holmes, Jonah (Liev Schreiber), a retired police officer, uses only sight and touch to identify the construction site from which the cement in Michael’s hair originates. His sharp observational skills are crucial as he re-enters the world of law enforcement in the series Nocturne.

Setting and support

The series Nocturne, which has been streaming since October 30 on Apple TV, is set in the fictional town of Fairhaven, Pennsylvania. Jonah is aided by his goddaughter Saga (Zazie Beetz), who works with the FBI, providing both local knowledge and federal resources in their search for answers.

Antagonist’s presence

Stephen Graham plays Jurek Walter, a serial killer imprisoned in a concrete cell beneath a psychiatric hospital. Despite his isolation, Jurek appears to have influence beyond his cell, and he is charged with the disappearance of Michael and his sister. The question of whether he has outside accomplices remains unanswered.

Critical reception

A critic from the Los Angeles Times compared Stephen Graham’s portrayal of Jurek Walter to that of Hannibal Lecter, though the critic noted the overuse of psychopathic killer tropes in the genre. Despite this, Graham’s performance is praised for its intensity and depth, bringing a compelling edge to the role.