Furious on Disney+: Plot, Cast, Release Schedule, and Why This New Crime Thriller Is Worth Watching

The New 'Killing Eve': 'Furious' Is The 'Must-See' Detective Drama To Binge Tonight We can't get enough of this cat-and-mouse story featuring a female serial killer. By Chiara WilkinsonUpdated: 04 August 2026 bookmarks Save Article furious “first look” from creator and executive producer elizabeth meriwether, "furious" follows an fbi agent, alice black (emmy rossum) on the hunt for a mysterious and calculating female serial killer. both walk their own paths toward justice, and as their lives start to intertwine, the line between right and wrong begins to blur. (disney)emmy rossum disney//Disney+ When Killing Eve came on the scene almost eight years ago, it did what all big-budget spy-thrillers do well - big characters, high stakes and chilling suspense - but subverted the genre to centre it on women. There were no hyper-masculine James Bond-style villains or one-dimensional love interests - instead, two highly complex, intelligent female characters were at the crux of the story. Now, a new eight-episode series on Disney+ is taking that depth to the next level - and we can confirm it is a must-watch. Furious is an addictive cat-and-mouse detective drama that grapples with everything from sex trafficking to domestic abuse, with violence against women forming a core theme of the series. It was created by Elizabeth Meriwether, who also gave us Dying for Sex with Michelle Williams and 2022’s The Dropout – a name that immediately sets expectations high. The story itself was reportedly inspired by the 1987 film Black Widow, yet the storylines differ considerably, and Furious feels markedly modern. The Guardian gave the show four stars, dubbing it 'enormously entertaining TV that demands you pay attention' and a 'must-see for Killing Eve fans'. Meanwhile, NME wrote that the show 'flips the overworked serial killer genre on its head to explore a story carved out in the post-Epstein era', in a story that will have you 'rooting for the killer'. On IMDb, it has a shiny 7.5 stars out of 10. Read on for everything you need to know about Furious, from plot and cast to how to watch. Sarah Shatz//Disney+ What Happens In Furious? When a wealthy man dies in what appears to be an overdose, it's the former NYPD homicide cop Alice Black who notices a well-hidden pattern. The story follows a cat-and-mouse game between her and the quick-witted serial killer Catherine, who is revealed to target men connected to exploitation and abuse. However, as Alice gets closer to tracking down the source of the murders, larger questions surrounding justice, revenge and trauma come into focus. Who Is Cast In Furious? Shameless star Emmy Rossum plays Alice, a former homicide detective who now works on the bottom rung of the FBI as a probationary duty agent after exposing corruption in her old department. Meanwhile, Lola Petticrew, from shows including Trespasses and Anne Boleyn, plays the chillingly cool serial killer, Catherine. The cast is packed out with Quincy Tyler Bernstine playing a ruthless veteran FBI agent and Jake Lacy, who you'll know from How To Be Single and White Lotus, playing Marshall, an officer with a deeply intwined past connection to Alice. Is there a trailer for Furious? Yes, the trailer is available to watch below. youtube View full post on YouTube How Can I Watch Furious? The first three episodes are available to watch on Disney+ now, with new episodes released every Monday. There are eight episodes in total.

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