Netflix subscribers have only weeks left to watch the acclaimed psychological thriller Copycat, a film that continues to terrify audiences decades after its release. The 1995 film, starring Sigourney Weaver, Holly Hunter, Harry Connick Jr., and Dermot Mulroney, is set to be removed from the streaming platform on June 14.
A Thrilling Plot That Keeps Viewers on Edge
Copycat follows a criminal psychologist who develops severe agoraphobia after surviving an attack by a serial killer. She is forced to confront her fear when she assists two detectives in hunting a copycat killer who intends to make her the next victim. The film's synopsis on Netflix reads: "A criminal psychologist and a detective put their lives on the line when they search for a serial killer copying the crimes of notorious murderers."
Critical Acclaim and Fan Reactions
Despite its age, Copycat remains a firm favorite among viewers. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a score of 76%, with critics praising its intelligent and tense narrative. One reviewer noted: "A really enjoyable psychological horror thriller similar to Silence of the Lambs. Although I liked Copycat just as much and the cast was fantastic!" Another added: "Very, very underrated thriller... Beware - a little scary, graphic violence."
On IMDb, fans have called it "one of the best serial killer movies" and "dark and unexpectedly intelligent." A viewer who hadn't seen the film in over twenty years remarked: "It remains an exciting and tense thriller. If you have a good knowledge of serial killers, it'll be a bonus." Another branded it a "masterpiece that takes you inside the mind of a serial killer," adding that "Hitchcock would've been proud."
Graphic Violence and Lasting Impact
The film's graphic violence has left a lasting impression on audiences. One Facebook user commented: "I couldn't sleep for a fortnight after watching that film. Hell would freeze over before I watched that again!" Another wrote: "This scene still haunts me and I think of it every time I go into a public bathroom."
Copycat is currently available to stream on Netflix in the UK, but time is running out. Fans are urged to watch this psychological thriller before it disappears from the platform.
