Crime drama enthusiasts have found their ideal weekend viewing marathon in Mare of Easttown, an HBO miniseries that has been hailed as a masterpiece by fans of Broadchurch, Happy Valley, and The Fall.
Debuting in 2021, the seven-episode series stars Academy Award winner Kate Winslet as Detective Marianne 'Mare' Sheehan, a troubled investigator in the fictional Pennsylvania town of Easttown. She probes the murder of a young mother while grappling with her own personal turmoil.
Star-Studded Cast and Critical Acclaim
The cast includes 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. The series has drawn comparisons to shows like True Detective, Shetland, and Broadchurch.
On IMDb, one fan wrote in a 10/10 review: '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. 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.'
Audience Reactions
A second viewer 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.'
Another top-rated review stated: 'Mare of Easttown is a wonderful series... this show reminds me of a different style of True Detective. Amazing acting, writing, cinematography, and editing would highly recommend!'
Future Season Possibility
In 2025, Winslet revealed to Deadline that there is a 'strong likelihood' of a second series, potentially filming in 2027. Mare of Easttown is currently streaming on NOW and HBO Max in the UK and Ireland.
