Netflix viewers are staying up until the early hours to binge-watch an "addictive" thriller series. One fan admitted they could not stop watching The Following until 6am, giving it a 10/10 rating.
Viewers Share Their Recommendations
The buzz began when a TikTok user named Robert asked for recommendations online. He said: "Give me a dangerously addictive Netflix show to watch that will have me binging until 3am begging for another episode."
Dozens of people replied with suggestions, and one of the most frequently mentioned titles was The Following. One viewer commented: "The Following, had to make myself go to bed at 6am could not stop watching! A 10/10." Another added: "The Following on Netflix," while a third responded: "I didn't like the ending though."
What Is The Following About?
The American psychological thriller series was created by Kevin Williamson and originally aired on Fox from 2013 to 2015. During its run, it won three awards and received 14 nominations.
Set in New York City, Virginia, and Maryland, the show follows former FBI agent Ryan Hardy, played by Kevin Bacon, as he tries to recapture serial killer Joe Carroll, played by James Purefoy, after Carroll escapes from prison. Hardy discovers that Carroll has built a cult of killers from people he met while teaching and in prison, with Emma Hill, played by Valorie Curry, as his right-hand woman.
Carroll's son Joey Matthews, played by Kyle Catlett, is abducted by his father's followers. The FBI team realises this is the first step in Carroll's wider plan to escape custody and reunite with his ex-wife Claire Matthews, played by Natalie Zea.
Where to Watch The Following
All three seasons of The Following are available to stream on Channel 5 for free with ads. Netflix subscribers can also watch the series on the platform.
It is also available on Amazon Prime, where viewers can purchase individual episodes starting at £2.49 or full seasons starting at £19.99. Apple TV Store and Sky Store offer digital downloads and box sets for purchase.
