Yahoo Lifestyle Here’s What People Are Saying About "Eric," The New Netflix Thriller Starring Benedict Cumberbatch
Benedict Cumberbatch does it again in the lead role in Netflix’s new series, Eric. Cumberbatch takes on the role of Vincent, a jaded puppeteer stuck in a deteriorating marriage when his son, Edgar (Ivan Morris Howe) goes missing.
Vincent, a jaded puppeteer, delves deeper into a dark hole in an attempt to find his son. He's aided by a 7-foot puppet named Eric (voiced by Cumberbatch), a figment of Vincent's imagination. The series is a gripping exploration of the protagonist's decaying mental state with hints of psychedelia and dark humor scattered across the six-episode series.
The limited series has already gained praise from critics and viewers. Its ambitious premise attempts to weave together plenty of themes prevalent in New York City in the 1980s, including crime, mental health, racism, and homophobia.
However, the impeccable cast executes these ideas to a T and adds palpable tension throughout the series. Gaby Hoffmann and McKinley Belcher III were cast in supporting roles as Vincent’s wife Cassie Anderson and NYPD officer Michael Ledroit, respectively, whose perspectives of trying to locate Edgar prove to be critical components in Vincent’s journey to redemption.
Eric is certainly an amazing seires, albeit an underrated one, and sees Cumberbatch in one of his most compelling roles lately. There's no doubt that this should be on your summer 2024 watchlist.
If you’ve debated whether or not to press play on this Netflix series, check out a few of the reactions below and perhaps, it might persuade you. (P.S. Spoilers ahead)
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#Eric on @netflix is dark, emotional, and captivating. Definitely recommend. Limited series includes themes of alcoholism, drug use, sexuality, family issues, and delusion. Phenomenal performances by entire cast. pic.twitter.com/1SPR9smo7Z
— Candy Olivares (@Candypo) June 1, 2024
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Watching Eric on Netflix in which Benedict Cumberbatch does blow and then dances to Gloria with human-sized imaginary puppet. Definitely an interesting series. pic.twitter.com/AKJpKqs4Um
— Cassandra 🎬🧜🏻♀️ (@TheMovieMermaid) June 1, 2024
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Have you seen Benedict Cumberbatch being interestingly unlikeable in #Eric on Netflix? It’s very good. pic.twitter.com/7QKvn2NZbB
— Richard Coles (@RevRichardColes) June 3, 2024
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If you're looking for an absolutely jaw-droppingly gorgeous show to binge this weekend, Eric on Netflix is excellent. Benedict Spence, BSC, knocks it out of the everliving park. pic.twitter.com/stgvQ8O9s6
— jackson hayes (@jacksonhvisuals) June 1, 2024
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So the black kid gets trafficked and murdered BUT the rich little white kid runs away has a grand adventure and a happy ending #EricNetflix #Eric pic.twitter.com/31fwkWqK5f
— the spicy devil (@itssmayraaa) June 1, 2024
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Eric on Netflix is fantastic. Great narrative, and social /historical references, yet no specific year or city. It alludes to NYC and the mid to late 80s HIV and Aids crisis is so smart. It addresses homelessness, homophobia, mental health, and addiction issues. I recommend it
— Dante Ross (@DanteRoss) June 3, 2024
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Genius in every way. The writing by Abi Morgan, the impeccable acting, the recreation of 80s New York, the way the storylines weave reality & fantasy. It’s got the innocence of a Jim Henson production, an underworld like Dante and tragic heroes like Shakespeare. #Eric on Netflix pic.twitter.com/D76YQIhF3x
— Back in Time West London (@OldLondonW14) June 1, 2024
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“TRUTH IS EVERYONE THINKS OF CHANGING THE WORLD NO ONE THINKS OF CHANGING THEMSELVES” ERIC. NETFLIX. WILDDDDDD BUT THEY GOT ANOTHER GREAT ONE #eric pic.twitter.com/CqF05BIsfz
— Tommy Pickles (@iamshellyshel) May 30, 2024
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Really surprised nobody is talking about #Eric on Netflix It’s really good
— iCod (@icod) June 1, 2024
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Me every 10 minutes for the past few days#BenedictCumberbatch #ERIC pic.twitter.com/WwDzrZyDrE
— Sopheee (@sopheee_19) June 5, 2024
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It’s one thing to commit adultery, it’s another thing to get pregnant for the young man you’re fucking who isn’t your husband. #Eric #EricNetflix
— Ada Ada (@Ada_TheDiva) June 1, 2024
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LOCK EVERYBODY THE FK UP#ERIC pic.twitter.com/WGvYsiu2oX
— in charge of the girls (@AmeriKraut) June 7, 2024
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⚠️⚠️Spoiler #Eric I got goosebumps at this scene. Benedict Cumberbatch really showed acting at a very different level with this scene. I mean whatever awards you have, just give them without questioning. pic.twitter.com/8MUNFykOAz
— Konusan Kagit Baligi 🇹🇷 (Strange Tales Era) (@House0fstrange) June 2, 2024
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While I’m firing off hot takes: I finished #Eric on Netflix and it’s... kind of a debacle? Points for ambition, since it tries to tackle a *ton* of themes (racism, police brutality, homelessness, etc.), but it wrestles with them in such a ham-fised and overwrought way. Not a fan.
— Jeremy Beck (@MovieManifesto) June 4, 2024
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Just finished Eric on Netflix and what started as a “Cumberbatch, Puppets, Mystery? Title is Eric? This is made for me!” led to me watching an incredible commentary on the 80’s, fatherhood, racism, and corruption. It felt like something Jim Henson would have been proud of pic.twitter.com/h9UVHPwS92
— Eric Bartolotta (@Playalotta) June 2, 2024
