Furious, a new serial‑killer thriller on Hulu, has quietly become the streamer’s most watched show, propelled by a taut central performance from Emmy Rossum and an unnerving turn from Lola Petticrew.
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The eight‑episode season — with the first five instalments now available and weekly releases through Aug. 31 — positions the series as a dark, character‑driven chase in the vein of other recent prestige thrillers. In the show, Rossum plays an NYPD officer who has moved into an FBI desk role after experiencing severe personal trauma; she is pulled back into fieldwork when a female killer appears to be targeting men linked to sex crimes and trafficking.
Performances and tone
Critics and viewers have homed in on the chemistry between the lead actors. Rossum is widely described as "phenomenal" in the role, anchoring the series with a portrayal of a flawed, layered investigator whose past wounds complicate her pursuit. Petticrew, who plays the killer, is noted for a chilling, unpredictable presence — often undercut by disguise — that sustains the show’s sense of menace.
The series has been likened to Killing Eve in structure and mood — a tense, intimate cat‑and‑mouse story — though without any apparent romantic subplot between the detective and the killer. That comparison highlights Furious’s reliance on psychological interplay rather than action spectacle.
Reception and implications
Furious currently sits at the top of Hulu’s viewing charts and carries a strong critical consensus. On Rotten Tomatoes, the show has earned a 98 per cent critics rating and an 87 per cent audience score, figures that signal both industry approval and popular engagement. Such early acclaim and streaming dominance increase the likelihood the series will be considered for renewal, though no renewal has been announced.
- Platform: Hulu
- Lead actors: Emmy Rossum, Lola Petticrew
- Release model: First five episodes released; weekly through Aug. 31
- Rotten Tomatoes (critics): 98%
- Rotten Tomatoes (audience): 87%
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Critics score (Rotten Tomatoes) | 98% |
| Audience score (Rotten Tomatoes) | 87% |
For Canadian viewers, Furious’s rise matters for two reasons: first, it underscores how quickly a modestly promoted series can break out on global streaming platforms; second, it demonstrates continued appetite for tightly written, morally complicated thrillers that centre women in both investigative and antagonistic roles.
What to watch for
The coming weeks will test whether Furious can sustain its momentum. Key variables include the show’s ability to maintain narrative surprises in the weekly rollout and whether Hulu will greenlight a second season in response to audience numbers and critical buzz. With the finale slated for Aug. 31, industry watchers and viewers alike will be monitoring ratings and social‑media chatter for signs that the series has the staying power of other streaming hits.
At present, Furious is a reminder that streaming platforms still serve as fertile ground for auteur‑driven, genre‑leaning television — work that can find a large audience quickly when the casting, tone and timing align.
