Thu Jan 02 10:20:00 UTC 2025: ## From Honeymoon Reading to Netflix Star: Rosalind Eleazar Leads Harlan Coben’s “Missing You”

**London, UK** – Rosalind Eleazar, best known for her role in Apple TV+’s hit spy thriller *Slow Horses*, is trading espionage for a thrilling new mystery. The actress stars in Netflix’s adaptation of Harlan Coben’s *Missing You*, a five-episode series premiering New Year’s Day.

Eleazar, who was married last year, received the offer for the lead role just a day after her wedding. Intrigued, she devoured Coben’s book during her honeymoon, much to the amusement of her husband, Italian producer and director Gabriele Lo Giudice. The compelling plot, which involves police corruption, multiple kidnappings, and a sinister dog breeder, left her completely captivated.

In *Missing You*, Eleazar plays Detective Kat Donovan, grappling with the unsolved murder of her father and the disappearance of her fiancé eleven years prior. The reappearance of her ex on a dating app reignites the investigation, forcing Donovan to confront long-buried truths. The cast includes a stellar lineup of actors such as Lenny Henry, Ashley Walters, Richard Armitage, and Steve Pemberton.

Eleazar praised the show’s inclusive casting, highlighting the natural portrayal of a predominantly Black cast without explicit focus on race. She also expressed appreciation for the production’s thoughtful consideration of cultural details, even down to the costumes.

The actress, whose background includes a degree in Mandarin and Spanish and time spent living in Ghana, discussed her personal experiences with identity and belonging, influenced by her mixed-race heritage. Her acting career began with school plays and progressed through prestigious theatre roles before transitioning to screen work.

While *Missing You* marks a departure from the word-of-mouth success of *Slow Horses*, Eleazar acknowledges the massive anticipation from Coben’s loyal fanbase. She’s aware that the show’s bingeable format might overshadow the extensive production time, but ultimately embraces the popularity of Harlan Coben adaptations, which frequently top Netflix viewing charts, exemplified by this year’s *Fool Me Once*. Eleazar is confident that *Missing You* will deliver the same gripping, twisty entertainment that Coben’s readers have come to expect.

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