Best TV shows to watch if you loved The Perfect Couple

As someone who’s been binge-watching mystery and drama series for years, I must say these shows have me hooked! From the captivating Big Little Lies to the intriguing Cruel Summer, these series are a must-see for anyone who loves a good plot twist.

As a devoted viewer, I must say that “The Perfect Couple” has proven to be an unexpectedly captivating hit this late summer on Netflix. It masterfully serves up a tangled web of a murder mystery, set within the lavish and tumultuous Nantucket mansion of an extraordinarily wealthy (and deeply troubled) family.

Although the TV show based on a beach read has merely six episodes, it concludes far too quickly. If, like us, you’re craving more of the same, we’ve compiled a list of other shows that you can dive into straight away.

Here you’ll find numerous series featuring Nicole Kidman, who seems to have been subtly championing “eat the rich” TV themes for quite some time. Additionally, there is a blend of atmospheric murder mysteries, many set in lavish environments, offering a taste of the schadenfreude derived from witnessing the wretched, opulent lives of the wealthy as they unravel.

Immerse yourself in a collection of luxurious thriller series, each offering tranquil opulence and unexpected, brain-teasing plot turns that will keep you on your toes until the very end.

If you didn’t recognize Meritt as Daphne from the second season of The White Lotus during your first viewing of The Perfect Couple, then you’re in for a delightful surprise!

Apart from Fahy, it’s quite clear that “The Perfect Couple” shares many traits with “The White Lotus”. They both unfold at opulent coastal settings, and they both initiate with a murder. Moreover, they both depict obnoxious wealthy individuals. Lastly, each title includes three words, one of which is ‘the’.

In the second installment of this mysterious, high-end drama series set on the Italian coast, a collection of vacationers, including Daphne and her husband Cameron (Theo James), indulge in luxury. However, it’s uncertain whether Fahy’s character shares the same grim destiny as some other characters, since the disturbing details of multiple murders are withheld until the climactic final episode.

The zeitgeist-y drama comedy is one of the best shows on the air at the moment, with a third season promising more soapy murder mystery and sharp satire set against the cobalt-blue sea of Thailand.

For fans of “The Perfect Couple,” “Big Little Lies” offers another captivating watch, featuring Nicole Kidman’s intriguingly warm character and a compelling murder mystery that takes center stage.

This ensemble cast is stacked: Kidman is joined by Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern, Zoe Kravitz and Shailene Woodley, who make up the so-called Monterey Five.

The miniseries alternates between current police interviews and events leading up to the murder in the past. As tensions escalate among the affluent characters, they find themselves at odds before an Audrey Hepburn and Elvis Presley-themed school fundraiser. Tragically, a murder takes place there.

The second installment falls short compared to the first, however, an exciting third season is approaching, featuring Nicole Kidman again. This could potentially mark a resurgence or revival for Big Little Lies.

Including “The Undoing” in our discussion, it’s evident that Kidman is carving out a compelling TV legacy by masterfully portraying the struggles of the privileged class. In this show, she plays yet another matriarch whose family finds itself entangled in a high-profile murder investigation set in New York City.

Should The Perfect Couple’s impressive lineage not be clear enough, it’s worth noting that this film is directed by the same talent behind Susanne Bier. The allure lies in Nicole Kidman’s stunning collection of exorbitantly priced coats, while staying for Hugh Grant’s unexpectedly humorous character transformation.

In a more casual and simplified manner: The TV series titled “Cruel Summer” switches among three summers from the ’90s, an excellent era for storytelling. The narrative revolves around Jeanette, a shy girl, who becomes suspected in the disappearance of the most popular girl, Kate. It’s similar to “Pretty Little Liars“, but with less drama and intensity.

Utilizing an anthology style, the second season presented a fresh narrative with an entirely different ensemble of characters. Unfortunately, “Cruel Summer” was terminated after two seasons, but the captivating, somewhat scandalous series shone exceptionally bright in its inaugural season, making the wait for the satisfying twist at the end worthwhile.

In another amusingly absurd addition, the title Revenge follows Emily (Emily VanCamp) as she assumes a fresh persona in order to exact retribution from the affluent Grayson family. It’s important to note that, for the sake of the story, let us momentarily set aside our skepticism towards their allegation of framing her father for money laundering with a terrorist group.

As a devoted admirer, let me share my excitement about the breathtaking setting this season – the Hamptons, a place that never ceases to host extravagant gatherings. Emily, our captivating protagonist, keeps surprising us with her hidden skills, fueling her quest for vengeance. Beneath the glossy facades of many lives we discover layers of complexity that are far from radiant. And to top it all off, there’s a rollercoaster ride of unexpected plot twists!

In this contemporary remake of the ’90s movie “I Know What You Did Last Summer”, the story revolves around a gang of carefree teenagers who find themselves pursued by an enigmatic serial killer, exactly one year after an unreported hit-and-run accident on the night of their high school graduation. It’s only natural that they didn’t confess to this incident.

The series contains a higher level of violence, grisly scenes, and horror than you may initially anticipate. However, it also offers an engaging, soap-opera-like quality reminiscent of “Gossip Girl,” especially as the teenagers begin to betray one another in the course of the 10 episodes.