Crime drama enthusiasts have found their next binge-worthy series: Mare of Easttown. The HBO miniseries, which premiered in 2021, stars Oscar-winning actress Kate Winslet as Detective Marianne 'Mare' Sheehan. Set in the fictional Pennsylvania suburb of Easttown, the show follows Mare as she investigates the murder of a young mother while grappling with her own personal turmoil.
Comparisons to Classic Crime Dramas
Fans have drawn favourable comparisons between Mare of Easttown and acclaimed series such as The Fall, Broadchurch, Happy Valley, and True Detective. On Reddit, numerous users highlighted the show's gripping narrative and strong performances. The series has also earned high praise on IMDb, where viewers have posted glowing reviews.
Critical Acclaim and Viewer Reactions
One viewer awarded the series a perfect 10/10, writing: "Best series I have seen in awhile! Quality quality quality from top to bottom. Kate Winslet and the rest of the cast were perfect. Directing was exceptional." The same user concluded: "Best show I have seen this year and is also one of the best mystery detective shows of all time. This is a must watch. An absolute masterpiece."
A second reviewer echoed: "I literally watched all 7 episodes in 1 day. Then, after it had all ended, I didn't know what to do with my life. This series is a masterpiece! The writing is brilliant, the story is so good and the acting is second to none. This is a slow burner that will keep you captivated till the very end. Absolutely amazing."
A third top-rated review noted: "Mare of Easttown is a wonderful series available on HBO... this show reminds me of a different style of True Detective. Amazing acting, writing, cinematography, and editing would highly recommend!"
Cast and Future Prospects
The series also features an ensemble cast including Julianne Nicholson, Jean Smart, Angourie Rice, Evan Peters, Sosie Bacon, David Denman, Neal Huff, James McArdle, Guy Pearce, Cailee Spaeny, John Douglas Thompson, and Joe Tippett. Winslet revealed to Deadline earlier this year that there is a "strong likelihood" of a second series, with filming potentially taking place in 2027.
Mare of Easttown is currently available to stream on NOW and HBO Max UK & Ireland.
