A successful lawyer starts a new career as a police detective in the French-language crime drama Sophie Cross – streaming January 13th, 2026 on MHz Choice!

Sophie Cross (also known as “Crossroads”) is a gripping procedural that draws viewers into deeply personal and suspenseful investigations with an overall story arc. While the story feels rooted in France, this French-Belgian co-production was predominantly filmed along the windswept North Sea coast and in cities across Belgium, including Ostend, Antwerp, Brussels, Bruges and Liège.

The series centers on Sophie Cross (Alexia Barlier, Toutouyoutou), a brilliant criminal lawyer whose life is upended by a devastating tragedy. During what should be a joyful summer day on the coast with her young son Arthur, he vanishes without a trace. The disappearance triggers a long, painful search that yields no answers and leaves Sophie and her husband, police commissioner Thomas Leclercq (Thomas Jouannet, Brocéliande, Murder In…), grappling with grief and unanswered questions.

Three years after Arthur’s disappearance, Sophie is no longer content to wait on the sidelines. Unable to continue her previous career and driven by a relentless desire to find her son, she makes a radical decision: she quits her job as a top lawyer and retrains as a police detective. Her choice brings her into the very world her husband works in – joining the police unit where Thomas serves – setting the stage for a unique blend of legal insight and investigative grit.

This professional shift is at the heart of the series’ narrative. Sophie’s background as a lawyer gives her a sharp analytical edge and distinctive perspective on cases, but adapting to police work tests her in new ways – professionally and emotionally. Viewers follow her as she earns her place among seasoned detectives, confronts complex cases and continually balances her personal motivations with the demands of her job.

Visually, Sophie Cross is striking. The show’s coastal and urban settings contribute to an evocative atmosphere that underscores the emotional weight of the story. From windswept beaches to rain‑soaked streets and shadowed interiors, the cinematography enhances the series’ mood without overshadowing its characters.

At its core, Sophie Cross is more than a crime drama: it’s a story about grit, resilience and the lengths a parent will go to for hope. Season 1 lays the groundwork for Sophie’s journey with emotional resonance and dramatic tension, making it a must-watch for fans of intelligent, character-driven thrillers. And the best is yet to come – Season 2 premieres later this year on MHz Choice!

Sophie Cross Season 1 streams January 13^th, 2026 on MHz Choice.