You: A Dangerously Addictive Thriller That Keeps You Hooked

“A dangerously charming, intensely obsessive young man goes to extreme measures to insert himself into the lives of those he is transfixed by.” That’s the straight-as-nails premise of Netflix’s hit series You. With each season slipping deeper into the warm but bizarre psyche of its lead, Joe Goldberg. You delivers all that and a bag of chips as far as quality psychological thrillers with a hint of twisted love.

What Are You Watching on Netflix?

The dark and sinister You series, inhaled by the Mother of Movies, showcases exceptional writing. This is a series that ticks all the boxes. It’s based on a book by Caroline Kepnes, and Netflix has the whole series in full. The final season, airing in 2024, will complete this sinister saga.

Why You Stands Out

I stumbled across this awesome series while scrolling Netflix’s trending section, where Penn Badgley’s face caught my attention. He’s disturbingly charming in this series, playing Joe Goldberg, the ultimate anti-good guy. His performance is so compelling that you can’t help but root for him, even as he commits heinous acts.

A dark romantic series that has the tenacity of Dexter and the complexity of Walter White. It turns stalking, obsession, and moral ambiguity into must-watch TV. Joe’s internal monologues, layered with his skewed sense of morality, keep you hooked as he maneuvers through love, murder, and everything in between.

Unlike Dexter, Joe doesn’t follow a code of ethics. He operates with a chilling justification for his actions, making him both horrifying and fascinating. As Joe evolves from one season to the next, you’re left questioning just how far he’s willing to go. And he does pretty far.

What Critics Are Saying

Here’s what others are saying about this dark and obsessive tale:

1. The Hollywood Reporter:
   “‘You’ continues to blur the line between romance and horror, masterfully balancing dark humor with gripping suspense.”
2. Variety:
   “Penn Badgley’s portrayal of Joe Goldberg is a chilling yet oddly captivating exploration of obsession and morality.”

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Cast & Creators

• Created by Greg Berlanti and Sera Gamble, You boasts this awesome cast, including:
• Tati Gabrielle as Marienne
• Penn Badgley as Joe Goldberg
• Victoria Pedretti as Love Quinn

Final Thoughts and Rating

You is a dangerously addictive, genre-defining series. Its combination of gripping suspense, dark humor, and a lead you can’t look away from makes it one of Netflix’s standout shows.

Rating: 5 out of 5

Because You really is that good.

Where to Watch You

Streaming on Netflix, You is also available to buy on Amazon, iTunes, and Vudu. With all four seasons ready to binge and the fifth on the horizon, now’s the perfect time to catch up.

You TV Show Original Trailer