Eric attracts Netflix subscribers
Six years later Patrick Melrose, Benedict Cumberbatch once again plays the lead role in a miniseries. From May 30th he is on displayEric on Netflix. The show is The new creation by Abi Morgan. The screenwriter has already distinguished herself by writing several dramas and thrillers for the small screen, such as Time AND The Rift. And he comes back forcefully with his new proposal.
Eric very quickly established itself as one of the most watched programs of the moment on Netflix. Second FlixPatrolthe series was thus integrated the top three in this ranking in 54 countries just one day after it was published online. This Sunday, June 2nd, it even arrived first place in 24 countries. In France it is currently second behind the first part of the third season of The Bridgerton Chronicles. But what is it about this series that fascinates so many Netflix subscribers?
Try Netflix for free for 1 month with Canal+
What is the series about?
Eric is set in New York in the 1980s. At the center of his story is Vincent, a man considered one of the best puppeteers in the city. One day, his life changes when his son, Edgar, disappears while going to school. Consumed by guilt, Vincent is gradually destroyed by this event. However, refusing to give up on the idea that he will one day see his son again, decides to build a puppet of a creature designed by the latter.
Worn brilliantly by Benedict Cumberbatch, Eric phases the desperation of a man ready to do anything to find his son. Alongside the British actor, Gaby Hoffmann plays his wife, who thinks she is falling into madness when she becomes obsessed with building her puppet. McKinley Belcher III plays the police officer responsible for investigating Edgar’s disappearance.
Eric It consists of six episodes of approximately one hour. Given the way it was constructed, it shouldn’t have a second season.
Source: Cine Serie

Ray Ortiz is a journalist at Gossipify, known for his coverage of trending news and current events. He is committed to providing readers with accurate and unbiased reporting, and is respected for his ability to keep readers informed on the latest news and issues.