A new crime thriller, 'Furious', has premiered on Disney+, captivating audiences with its dark and morally ambiguous narrative. Created by Elizabeth Meriwether, known for 'Dying For Sex', the eight-episode series delves into the grim realities of violence against women, prompting viewers to consider the motivations behind a killer's actions. Loosely inspired by the 1987 film 'Black Widow', the show has been lauded for its intense storytelling and challenging themes.
The drama opens with a shocking scene in New York, where a billionaire's son is fatally injected with fentanyl by a woman in a cat mask, played by rising Irish star Lola Petticrew. This initial act sets the tone for a series that quickly introduces FBI agent Alice Black, portrayed by Emmy Rossum. Black, a former NYPD homicide detective with a troubled past, finds herself drawn into the investigation when her ex-partner, Danny (Scoot McNairy), requests her assistance.
As the investigation unfolds, Agent Black discovers a second murder with an identical modus operandi, this time involving a drug dealer and suspected sex trafficker. The mystery surrounding Petticrew's character, Catherine, deepens as she expertly evades capture, adopting new identities and meticulously planning her next moves from within a women's refuge. The series masterfully keeps her motives shrouded in secrecy initially, building suspense with each episode.
Both Rossum and Petticrew deliver compelling performances, exploring the extremities of their characters. Rossum's portrayal of Alice Black highlights her character's internal struggles and complex responses to violence, while Petticrew's Catherine is chillingly precise in her pursuit of vengeance. The show, directed by Brian Kirk, known for 'Dexter', maintains a lurid yet serious tone, using the serial killer genre to examine societal issues in a post-Epstein era, particularly the failures of the legal system to protect vulnerable women.
'Furious' is currently streaming on Disney+, with the first three episodes available now and new episodes released on a weekly basis. The series also features distinguished actors such as Hope Davis and Campbell Scott, further enhancing its appeal. It promises to keep viewers hooked and horrified in equal measure, challenging their perceptions of justice and morality.