Part Thriller Is Officially Streaming's Biggest Series
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Key Points:
- The serial killer genre has seen a resurgence, with shows like Dexter: Resurrection and the still-anticipated Mindhunter revival maintaining strong fan interest.
- Hulu and Disney+ hit series Furious, created by Elizabeth Meriwether, has become a major streaming success, debuting at No. 1 worldwide and maintaining high viewership even after its finale.
- Furious, starring Emmy Rossum as an FBI agent hunting a serial killer targeting abusive wealthy men, blends psychological thriller elements with procedural drama, drawing comparisons to both Mindhunter and Dexter.
- The series logged 43 million viewing hours and earned a 98% Tomatometer score, prompting Hulu and Disney+ to renew it for a second season before the first season concluded.
- Its focus on the complex psychological dynamic between hunter and killer, along with morally ambiguous motives, has made Furious a compelling and addictive show for audiences.
