Taskmaster star’s “punchy” and “hugely watchable” new mystery thriller is now on Netflix

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You can now stream *Wayward*, the captivating mystery thriller created by and starring Mae Martin (known from *Taskmaster*) in the UK. Get ready to watch all eight episodes – if you can resist binge-watching!

The story unfolds in the town of Tall Pines, where two teenage girls run away from a reform facility. They team up with police officer Alex Dempsey to discover a dark and disturbing secret.

I’m so excited – the new series is finally here! And it’s got an amazing cast, including Toni Collette and Sarah Gadon. The best part? All eight episodes are already available on Netflix in the UK, so you can binge-watch it right now!

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I’ve been checking out *Wayward*, and honestly, it’s been getting pretty good reviews! Rotten Tomatoes has it at 75% based on 24 reviews, and most people seem to agree it’s a fun game, even if it’s doing something we’ve seen before. It’s a solid addition to the genre, that’s for sure.

You can read a selection of reviews below:

Digital Spy

The show is unsettling and strange, but not truly frightening. It has quirky moments, but doesn’t become overly bizarre or surreal like David Lynch’s work. Instead, it creates a distinct atmosphere all its own, different from the typical suspenseful thrillers you find on Netflix.

The Guardian

“Wayward” is a visually appealing and captivating show. It’s difficult to look away from this eight-episode series, especially when so many unpleasant adults finally get what they deserve.

The Hollywood Reporter

The story quickly becomes strange and defies easy categorization, and it doesn’t offer any answers to the central problem. This lack of resolution actually makes it even more disturbing.

The Independent

Wayward is uniquely quirky and enjoyable. It’s a cleverly crafted show with compelling characters and plenty of surprising moments that will keep you engaged.

IndieWire

Martin’s initial attempt at this type of story feels like an outsider’s perspective-as if he’s observing rather than fully immersing himself in it. Because of this, *Wayward* is more effective when you watch it as a detached observer rather than a gripping, suspenseful experience.

Mashable

This show is incredibly easy to get hooked on. Once you start watching *Wayward*, you’ll likely find yourself watching all eight hours in one go. It’s as captivating as the town it’s set in – you won’t want to stop.

Alongside the new series *Wayward*, Netflix also released *House of Guinness* this week. The period drama from Steven Knight became available on the streaming platform on Thursday.

Wayward is streaming now on Netflix.

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2025-09-26 02:49