Departure (2019)
A taut Canadian crime drama in which a brilliant aviation investigator races to uncover the truth behind a plane that vanishes without a trace over the Atlantic.
Departure - Series Information
- Original Title: Departure
- First Air Year: 2019
- Last Air Year: 2022
- Created by: Vincent Shiao
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Crime
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 45 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 18
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: July 10, 2019 (United States - TV-14), July 10, 2019 (Canada - 14+), July 10, 2019 (Germany - 16), July 10, 2019 (France - 10), July 10, 2019 (Australia - PG), July 10, 2019 (Brazil - L), July 10, 2019 (Mexico - B), July 10, 2019 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: Sky Witness, Peacock, Universal TV, SBS On Demand
- Alternative Titles: Departure - Das Zugunglück (DE)
- Production Companies: Shaftesbury Films, Starlings Entertainment, Greenpoint Productions, Red Arrow Studios International
- Production Countries: Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America
Departure - Plot
Follow the mystery of Flight 716 - a passenger plane that vanishes over the Atlantic Ocean. Following the mysterious crash, recently widowed, brilliant aviation investigator Kendra Malley is called in to investigate by her former boss and mentor Howard Lawson.
Departure - Trailer
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The journey's over. The lies have just begun.
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Departure - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Vincent Shiao
Main Cast
- Archie Panjabi
- Mark Rendall
- Kristen Holden-Ried
- Christopher Plummer
- David Hewlett
- Dion Johnstone
- Patrick Sabongui
- Kelly McCormack
- Etienne Kellici
- Karen LeBlanc
Writers
- Jackie May
Executive Producers
- D. Matt Geller
- Carlo Dusi
- Malcolm MacRury
- Scott Garvie
- Karine Martin
Departure - FAQs
Where can you stream Departure online?
Departure is available to stream on several platforms in the US, including Amazon Prime Video, Tubi TV, The Roku Channel, The CW, and Plex. It can also be rented or purchased through Amazon Video. Availability may vary by region.
Is Departure based on a true story?
Departure is a fictional drama, not based on a specific true story. However, its premise draws on real-world aviation mysteries, most notably the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 in 2014, which captured global attention and inspired the show's central concept.
Who are the main actors in Departure?
Departure stars Archie Panjabi as lead investigator Kendra O'Malley, alongside Christopher Plummer as her mentor Howard Lawson, Mark Rendall as Theo Barker, Kristen Holden-Ried as Dom Hayes, and David Hewlett as Bill Ratch, among others.
How many seasons does Departure have?
Departure ran for three seasons, each consisting of six episodes, for a total of 18 episodes. Season 1 aired in 2019, Season 2 in 2021, and Season 3 in 2022. The series concluded after its third season.
What is Departure the TV series about?
Departure follows aviation investigator Kendra O'Malley, who is tasked with uncovering the truth behind the sudden disappearance of Flight 716 over the Atlantic. Each season presents a new high-stakes mystery involving conspiracies, cover-ups, and complex human drama.
Why was Departure cancelled after Season 3?
No official public statement was released explaining the cancellation of Departure after its third season. The series concluded in 2022 without a fourth season renewal. Factors such as viewership numbers and production costs are commonly cited in such decisions, though nothing was confirmed.
What content rating does Departure carry?
Departure is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains mature themes including conspiracy, violence, and psychological tension consistent with its crime drama genre.
Who created the TV series Departure?
Departure was created by Vincent Shiao. The series was produced by Shaftesbury Films and Starlings Entertainment, among other production companies, and originally aired on Sky Witness and Peacock, with international distribution handled by Red Arrow Studios International.
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