Naman Shrestha
The David F. Mewa directorial, ‘The Millwood Murders: Buried Truth,’ follows a prosecutor named Shenae Griffiths who believes that her husband is the Millwood murderer, responsible for the murder of two teenage girls, including Danika, her daughter Brooke’s best friend. Thus, she testifies against him, which leads to him receiving the death sentence. Fast forward three years, as his execution day approaches, Brooke disappears after she comes across evidence that proves her father’s innocence. When Shenae realizes that the real killer is still out there, she must not only investigate the case but also save her daughter before time runs out. The suspenseful tale of the thriller drama unfolds across various settings, including the courtroom, prison, Shenae’s residence, and more, all of which help add depth to the narrative.
Where Was The Millwood Murders: Buried Truth Filmed?
‘The Millwood Murders: Buried Truth’ was reportedly filmed in its entirety in Ontario, particularly in and around Hamilton. According to reports, principal photography for the David F. Mewa directorial got underway in July 2025 and continued for more than two weeks before wrapping up in the first week of August of the same year.
Hamilton, Ontario
Most of the pivotal sequences for ‘The Millwood Murders: Buried Truth’ were lensed in the port city of Hamilton, situated in Southern Ontario on the western end of the Niagara Peninsula. The cast and crew members were spotted taping key portions in different streets and neighborhoods across the city. For instance, the Green Mountain Road and Centennial Parkway area was transformed into film sets, and the nearby residents were notified that various scenes involving low-flying helicopters, people with guns, and explosions would be shot between July 20 and July 25.
In order to prevent the locals from getting concerned and alarmed, the authorities added in the notice, “This is a controlled, permitted shoot — not an emergency. Please share to help spread the word.” It is likely that you might spot a few local buildings, monuments, and places of interest in the backdrop, such as Hamilton City Hall, Dundurn Castle, Landmark Place, 100 King Street West, and The Olympia Condos. Apart from the suspenseful thriller, Hamilton has hosted the production of several film and TV projects. Some of the notable ones include ‘Trap,’ ‘Nightmare Alley,’ ‘This Is Not a Test,’ ‘Crimson Peak,’ ‘Gone in 60 Seconds,’ ‘Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities,’ ‘The Handmaid’s Tale,’ and ‘Mayor of Kingstown.’
The Millwood Murders: Buried Truth Cast Details
The enthralling tale of ‘The Millwood Murders: Buried Truth’ was brought to life by the compelling performances of LeToya Luckett and Rainbow Sun Francks. LeToya is also a talented R&B musician with two Grammy Awards to her credit. Besides that, she has also served as an executive producer for a short film titled ‘Back 2 Life’ and ‘Here We Go Again.’ On the other hand, Francks also has experience serving as a producer for the 1999 movie ‘Johnny.’
LeToya Luckett as Shenae Griffiths
In the Lifetime film, LeToya Luckett essays the character of Shenae Griffiths, the prosecutor who testifies against her husband and incriminates him. Widely recognized for her roles as Amanda in ‘Killers,’ Tiffany in ‘Until We Meet Again,’ and Angie in ‘Preacher’s Kid,’ LeToya also features in multiple TV shows, such as ‘Greenleaf,’ ‘Rosewood,’ ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan,’ ‘Divorced Sistas,’ and ‘Here We Go Again.’
Rainbow Sun Francks as Alexander Marston
Rainbow Sun Francks steps into the role of Alexander Marston, the real Millwood murderer, in ‘The Millwood Murders: Buried Truth.’ Throughout his decades-long acting career, Francks has showcased his acting prowess and versatility by taking on challenging roles. For instance, he stars in ‘High Fidelity’ as Cameron Brooks, ‘Stargate: Atlantis’ as Lt. Aiden Ford, ‘The Umbrella Academy’ as Detective Chuck Beaman, and ‘Schitt’s Creek’ as Mike Morrison. His film credits include ‘My Husband’s Mistress,’ ‘Goliath,’ ‘My Favorite Christmas Melody,’ ‘Trigger Point,’ and ‘The Jane Mysteries: Murder at Moseby.’
The Lifetime production features various other talented actors in supporting roles, including Steve Belford as Detective August, Shane Marriott as Leo Griffiths, David Reale as Robert Buchanan, Daniela Sandiford as Laura Anthony, Amanda Thamage as Brooke Griffiths, Romaine Waite as Prosecutor, and Geneva Williams as Danika.
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