Furious is a crime thriller drama series created by Elizabeth Meriwether. Based on Ronald Bass‘ 1987 film Black Widow, the Hulu series follows Alice Black, an emotionally troubled FBI Agent and former NYPD homicide detective, as she investigates a series of murders committed by a calculated and ruthless female serial killer. Furious stars Emmy Rossum, Lola Petticrew, Quincy Tyler Bernstine, Scoot McNairy, and Jake Lacy. So, if you loved the thrilling drama, intense story, and compelling characters in Furious, here are some similar TV shows you should check out next.
Sharp Objects (HBO Max & Rent on Prime Video)
Sharp Objects is a Southern Gothic psychological mystery thriller drama series created by Marti Noxon. Based on Gillian Flynn’s 2006 novel of the same name, the HBO series follows Camille Preaker, an emotionally troubled investigative reporter struggling with psychological issues as she returns to her hometown to investigate the murders of two young girls, but soon is forced to face her own dark past and contentious relationship with her family. Sharp Objects stars Amy Adams, Patricia Clarkson, Chris Messina, Eliza Scanlen, Matt Craven, Henry Czerny, Taylor John Smith, Madison Davenport, Will Chase, Elizabeth Perkins, and Sydney Sweeney.
Mare of Easttown (HBO Max & Rent on Prime Video)
Mare of Easttown is a crime drama series created by Brad Ingelsby. The HBO series is set in the fictional suburb of Easttown, Pennsylvania, and it follows police detective Marianne “Mare” Sheehan as she investigates the tragic murder of a teenage mother while trying to keep her personal life from falling apart. Mare of Easttown stars Kate Winslet, Julianne Nicholson, Jean Smart, Angourie Rice, David Denman, Neal Huff, Guy Pearce, and Cailee Spaeny.
Happy Valley (BritBox & Rent on Prime Video)
Happy Valley is a police procedural crime drama series created by Sally Wainwright. The BBC One series is set in Halifax, West Yorkshire, and it follows Catherine Cawood, a tough and capable police sergeant whose personal and professional life collide after the person she holds responsible for her daughter’s suicide is set free. Happy Valley stars Sarah Lancashire, Siobhan Finneran, James Norton, Charlie Murphy, George Costigan, and Rhys Connah.
The Killing (Hulu, Tubi, Disney+, AMC+, & Rent on Prime Video)
The Killing is a mystery crime drama series developed by Veena Sud. Based on the Danish TV series Forbrydelsen by Søren Sveistrup, the AMC series is set in Seattle, Washington, and it follows homicide detectives Sarah Linden and Stephen Holder as they investigate disturbing murder cases while struggling with personal issues. The Killing stars Mireille Enos, Joel Kinnaman, Billy Campbell, Michelle Forbes, Brent Sexton, Kristin Lehman, and Eric Ladin.
Top of the Lake (Hulu, Disney+, & Rent on Prime Video)
Top of the Lake is a mystery crime drama series co-created by Jane Campion and Gerard Lee. The BBC Two series is set in a small town in New Zealand, and it follows Detective Robin Griffin as she investigates the disappearance of a pregnant young girl, while trying to contend with her own dark past. Top of the Lake stars Elisabeth Moss, David Wenham, Peter Mullan, Thomas M. Wright, Holly Hunter, and Gwendoline Christie.
Long Bright River (Peacock & Rent on Prime Video)
Long Bright River is a crime drama miniseries co-created by Nikki Toscano and Liz Moore. Based on Moore’s 2020 book of the same name, the Peacock series is set in Kensington, Philadelphia, and it follows Mickey Fitzpatrick, a patrol officer, as she investigates the murders of three local women while trying to look for her missing sister. Long Bright River stars Amanda Seyfried, Ashleigh Cummings, Callum Vinson, and John Doman.
Under the Bridge (Hulu & Disney+)
Under the Bridge is a true crime drama series developed by Quinn Shephard. Based on Rebecca Godfrey’s 2005 book of the same name, the Hulu series follows police officer Cam Bentland and Rebecca Godfrey as they try to solve the tragic murder of a 14-year-old girl. They soon discover disturbing and shocking truths while investigating the girls suspected of the murder. Under the Bridge stars Lily Gladstone, Riley Keough, Vritika Gupta, Chloe Guidry, Javon “Wanna” Walton, and Izzy G.
The Sinner (Netflix & Rent on Prime Video)
The Sinner is a mystery crime drama anthology series developed by Derek Simonds. Based on Petra Hammesfahr’s 1999 novel of the same name, the USA Network series follows Detective Harry Ambrose as he investigates disturbing murder cases that are committed by seemingly ordinary people. He struggles to understand the motivations behind these murders. The Sinner stars Bill Pullman, Jessica Hecht, Jessica Biel, Matt Bomer, Elisa Henig, and Alice Kremelberg.
Broadchurch (Netflix, Peacock, Tubi, Pluto TV, Plex, & PBS)
Broadchurch is a British mystery crime drama series created by Chris Chibnall. The ITV series is set in the fictional coastal town of Broadchurch, and it follows the newly arrived Detective Inspector Alec Hardy and Detective Sergeant Ellie Miller as they investigate the tragic murder of a young boy that shook the entire community. Broadchurch stars David Tennant, Olivia Colman, Jodie Whittaker, Jonathan Bailey, and Andrew Buchan.
Hightown (Starz & Rent on Prime Video)
Hightown is a crime drama series created by Rebecca Cutter. The Starz series is set in Provincetown, Massachusetts, and it follows Jackie Quiñones, a National Marine Fisheries Service Agent struggling with alcohol and drug addiction as she finds the body of a murdered woman. She soon gets caught up in an investigation into Cape Cod organized crime and the local drug epidemic. Hightown stars Monica Raymund, Riley Voelkel, Shane Harper, Atkins Estimond, Amaury Nolasco, Dohn Norwood, and James Badge Dale.