Fill that Harlan Coben gap! 5 twist-filled dramas for fans of the beloved creator’s mystery shows
In the past few years, Harlan Coben‘s gripping thrillers have taken over Netflix, and we can expect even more of them in the future.
Of course! If you’re craving more suspenseful stories reminiscent of Harlan Coben, there are numerous thrilling series ready for your streaming pleasure.
In this post, Digital Spy has compiled a list of five must-see selections for fans, which can be found on both Netflix and BBC iPlayer streaming platforms.
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Clickbait
2021 saw the debut of the series “Clickbait,” which explores the sinister side of social media. A man named Nick Brewer, played by Adrian Grenier, vanishes only to reappear in a video threatening his life if it garners 5 million views. The show offers numerous surprises and even murder as its plot unfolds. Upon its initial release, it garnered a mix of positive and negative critic reviews.
With a 59% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the show Them has been hailed by some as an “engrossing new entry” in the murder mystery genre, but others have expressed that while it claims to delve deeply into its subject matter, it may not live up to these lofty expectations.
Available to watch on Netflix.
Dublin Murders
Sarah Phelps’s (The Sixth Commandment) series revolves around Irish law enforcement officers, Rob Reilly (Killian Scott) and Cassie Maddox (Sarah Greene), who delve into murder mysteries that intertwine with the nation’s history and their personal stories.
2019 saw Dublin Murders captivating viewers from its premiere, and it also garnered praise from critics. The Independent even commented that “both the perpetrator(s) and the writers exhibit an uncommonly creative approach to challenging audience anticipations by catching them off guard.
Available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
Inside Man
In this intriguing BBC series penned by “Doctor Who’s” Steven Moffat, David Tennant takes center stage. The narrative unfolds around a death row prisoner in the U.S. and a woman imprisoned in an English vicarage cellar who find themselves surprisingly connected.
Apart from Tennant, the four-episode series boasts an exceptional ensemble including Stanley Tucci, Lydia West, and Dolly Wells. When it premiered in 2022, it earned generally favorable reviews, garnering a strong 67% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Available to watch on Netflix.
The Mess You Leave Behind
The Netflix series from Spain, originally written by Carlos Montero, revolves around high school literature teacher Raquel. Upon relocating to her husband’s hometown, she stumbles upon a shocking mystery that she endeavors to unravel.
Making a debut in 2020, the series titled “The Mess You Leave Behind” features Inma Cuesta and Bárbara Lennie as its main stars. This captivating production is brought to you by author Montero, who has penned several of its episodes. The publication Forbes classified it as “suspenseful”, praising it as an “engrossing, methodically unfolding whodunit mystery”.
Available to stream on Netflix.
Red Rose
Similar to the gripping series “Clickbait,” “Red Rose” is another captivating story that delves into the dark side of social media. It follows a group of friends in Bolton who intend to spend one last summer together before college, but their peaceful plans are shattered when they download an app called Red Rose. This app makes chilling demands and uses threats of severe repercussions to blackmail them.
Featuring Amelia Clarkson, Isis Hainsworth, and Samuel Anderson, the show Red Rose drew comparisons to both Derry Girls and Black Mirror, impressing critics so much that it achieved a flawless score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Available to stream on BBC iPlayer and Netflix.
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2025-06-18 17:19