Home Before Dark

A young girl, Hilde Lysiak, moves to her father's ancestral lakeside hometown. There, she becomes obsessed with solving the cold case of a missing local woman, which the residents have long tried to forget. She enlists her father and siblings to help her uncover the truth. The series follows Hilde's tenacious pursuit of justice and uncovering local secrets.

Home Before Dark received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its charming premise, strong performances, particularly from young lead Brooklynn Prince, and its blend of mystery and family drama. Some found the mysteries a bit light for adult viewers, but it was largely celebrated as a heartwarming and engaging show for families.

• Praised for its charming and energetic young lead.
• Appreciated for its blend of heartwarming family dynamics and engaging mystery.
• Seen as a delightful and binge-worthy watch for all ages.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the show's appeal as a family-friendly mystery with a strong, captivating young protagonist. Viewers enjoyed the wholesome storytelling and the intriguing plots that kept them engaged.

The character of Hilde Lysiak is inspired by the real-life young investigative journalist Hilde Lysiak, who began writing for her own newspaper, The Orange Street News, at the age of nine.