Hulu is set to release "Furious," a new revenge thriller created by Elizabeth Meriwether, known for her work on "Dying for Sex" and "New Girl." The series, which premieres with three episodes on July 27, is described as a haunting interrogation of the psychology of victimhood, the logic of revenge, and the notion that the justice system adequately protects the vulnerable.
The show features a cat-and-mouse dynamic akin to "Killing Eve," with a determined female agent pursuing an eccentric killer. "Furious" aims to explore women's rage while also examining deeper, often contradictory ideas about justice and empowerment.
While the plot is presented as more straightforward than typical crime thrillers, its core themes are layered and complex. The series confronts the myth of victimhood and questions the efficacy of the justice system, resisting easy resolutions or simple narratives of empowerment and healing. Meriwether's approach delves into the darker aspects of these subjects, inviting viewers to consider the motivations and psychology behind the characters' actions.