Channel 4 has confirmed that its gripping new four-part psychological thriller ‘Careless‘ will premiere this December, bringing a story of secrets, manipulation and dangerous relationships to our screens. With a cast led by Solly McLeod (House of the Dragon), Robyn Malcolm (After The Party), Katie Leung (Bridgerton) and Richard Roxburgh (Rake), this looks like one to add to the winter watchlist.
The drama follows Robbie (Solly McLeod), a Scottish backpacker who finds himself in Sydney, Australia, looking for a fresh start. He lands what seems like a fantastic opportunity, working as a live-in carer for Mike (Richard Roxburgh), a notorious rock’n’roll legend who has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
Robbie quickly settles into his new role, growing close to Mike and becoming increasingly involved in his life. However, it’s not just Mike who finds himself drawn to the newcomer. Robbie also develops a close relationship with Mike’s wife, Angela (Robyn Malcolm), becoming a trusted confidant to both of them.
As Robbie becomes more deeply embedded in the couple’s lives, the boundaries between carer, friend and family begin to blur. But there’s a rather significant problem. Robbie is hiding something about his past, and whatever he’s keeping secret could put both Mike and Angela in serious danger.
The question is, just who have they invited into their home?
Alongside the central trio, the cast includes Katie Leung (Bridgerton), Mabel Li (The Testaments), Thomas Weatherall (The Narrow Road to the Deep North) and Alison Peebles (Dept. Q).
The series comes from creators Helen Fitzgerald, author of The Cry, and Louise Fox, whose previous credits include Broadchurch. That combination should give viewers some idea of the sort of dark, character-driven drama they can expect, particularly when it comes to complicated relationships and the secrets people keep from those closest to them.
Originally commissioned by Australian broadcaster and streaming service Stan, ‘Careless’ is an Australian-Scottish co-production from Easy Tiger Productions and Synchronicity Films, made in association with Channel 4, Nine Network, Banijay Rights and Screen Scotland, with support from Screen NSW.
The four-part thriller was filmed across Sydney and Glasgow, bringing together Australian and Scottish talent both in front of and behind the camera.
With its mix of psychological tension, a mysterious outsider and a wealthy household that may not be quite as secure as it appears, ‘Careless’ looks set to deliver plenty of twists and turns across its four episodes.
‘Careless‘ premieres Wednesday, 2nd December 2026 at 9pm on Channel 4, and will also be available to stream on Channel 4.
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