Netflix fans have heaped praise on the 2021 miniseries Behind Her Eyes, describing it as gripping and "unsettling". The show is recommended for viewers who appreciated the mystery and suspense of Netflix's thriller His & Hers, which starred Tessa Thompson and Jon Bernthal.
Based on Sarah Pinborough's 2017 novel of the same name, the miniseries centres on single mother Louise as she begins an affair with her new boss, David. When she forges an unlikely bond with David's wife Adele, events grow increasingly strange, leaving Louise uncertain of who she can trust.
Twists and Supernatural Elements
David and Adele's marriage is far from straightforward, with a darkness simmering beneath the surface, yet Louise finds herself irresistibly drawn to both of them. When Adele begins helping Louise manage her night terrors, a supernatural twist emerges that leads to tragic consequences for everyone involved.
The show continues to generate discussion among TV enthusiasts and was recently recommended by popular content creator Luke Ecclestone, who posts regular videos online as Eccy Reviews. In a recent video uploaded to TikTok, he discussed three miniseries featuring mystery and a supernatural aspect.
Creator and Fan Reactions
Luke said: "The last one on this list is absolutely mind-bending - everyone I know who's seen it absolutely loves it - and the show I'm talking about is called Behind Her Eyes." He added: "Where this show went I never predicted in a million years. And it is one of the most memorable shows I have ever watched and if you haven't seen it, you are massively missing out."
In the comments section, fellow TikTok users were eager to share their views. One person said: "Looking for something you watch tonight.... Behind her Eyes it is!" Another said: "Behind Her Eyes was absolutely amazing, did not expect the ending. Amazing - [you] defo need to watch. 10/10."
A third agreed: "Behind Her Eyes is fantastic it blew my head off." And a viewer chimed in: "My jaw was on the floor after the ending of Behind Her Eyes."
Critical Response
On review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes, critics had strong reactions to the show, though its "bonkers" twist ending didn't land with some. One said: "A well-structured, complex, attractive story." Another commented: "Whiplash twists and turns make this a worthy watch as this uncomfortable trio enters new territory." But a third added: "The show's insistence on progressing towards that bonkers twist, however, results in it sacrificing storytelling in favour of shock."
