Netflix's thriller Ripley is not only one of the streaming giant's most visually striking offerings, but it's also one of the greatest TV shows ever made according to viewers. The eight-episode series, which premiered this year, stars Andrew Scott (known for All of Us Strangers) as '60s con artist Tom Ripley. Ripley is hired by a wealthy New York City businessman to coax his wayward son back home from Italy.
However, upon meeting the indulgent idler, Tom senses a lethal opportunity. Joining the Irish lead actor are Johnny Flynn as Dickie Greenleaf, Dakota Fanning as Marge Sherwood, Eliot Sumner as Freddie Miles, and Maurizio Lombardi as Inspector Pietro Ravini. John Malkovich and Bokeem Woodbine make guest appearances.
Oscar-winner Steven Zaillian takes on the roles of writer and director. Ripley has already made quite an impact, earning nominations in 13 categories at the upcoming 76th Primetime Emmy Awards and garnering praise from online reviewers, reports the Mirror . One glowing review read: "Exquisitely told, gorgeous in every frame, and with probably one of the greatest television performances of all time (Andrew Scott), this is a retelling of Ripley and a crime drama that will be remembered for a long time.
Steven Zaillian's directorial spin is a true masterclass in tension building, a simmering arc of madness, and finding stillness in the moments that characterise a psycho." Another viewer called for more recognition of Scott's performance, stating: "The mix of his p.