Peacock has released the official trailer and key art for M.I.A., a new original crime drama from Ozark creator Bill Dubuque, ahead of its premiere on May 7, 2026. The series will debut exclusively on Peacock, with all episodes available to binge at launch.
Watch the Trailer
A High-Stakes Journey Through Miami’s Underworld
M.I.A. centers on Etta Tiger Jonze, played by Shannon Gisela, a young woman navigating a life-altering transformation in the Florida Keys. Dreaming of escaping to Miami’s vibrant and dangerous world, Etta’s path takes a dark turn when her family’s drug-running operation collapses in tragedy.
What follows is a high-stakes journey through Miami’s neon-lit criminal underworld, where Etta is forced to confront both external threats and her own evolving identity. The series positions her story as one shaped by survival, ambition, and the cost of reinvention.
From the Creator of Ozark
The series is created by Bill Dubuque, known for his work on Ozark, bringing a similar grounded intensity and character-driven storytelling approach to M.I.A. He is joined by showrunner Karen Campbell, with both serving as writers and executive producers.
Direction across the season includes Alethea Jones, Gwyneth Horder-Payton, Marizee Almas, Ben Semanoff, and John Dahl, creating a diverse visual approach across the nine-episode arc.
With its creative pedigree, M.I.A. looks to build on the crime drama genre’s continued popularity while offering a distinct setting and perspective rooted in South Florida’s unique cultural landscape.
Ensemble Cast Anchors the Drama
The series features a strong ensemble cast led by Shannon Gisela, alongside Cary Elwes, Danay Garcia, Brittany Adebumola, Dylan Jackson, Alberto Guerra, Maurice Compte, Gerardo Celasco, and Marta Milans.
This mix of established talent and emerging performers helps ground the series in both experience and fresh perspective, aligning with Peacock’s continued investment in original scripted programming.
Key Details
Premiere Date: May 7, 2026 (Binge Release)
Platform/Studio: Peacock / MRC
Creator: Bill Dubuque
Showrunner: Karen Campbell
Format: 9 episodes (60 minutes each)
Cast: Shannon Gisela, Cary Elwes, Danay Garcia, Brittany Adebumola, Dylan Jackson, Alberto Guerra, Maurice Compte, Gerardo Celasco, Marta Milans
M.I.A. arrives as Peacock continues to expand its slate of original dramas, with a focus on character-driven storytelling and high-stakes narratives that resonate with modern audiences.
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