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Season 1 – Cruel Intentions

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At Manchester College, step-siblings Caroline and Lucien work to stay atop of the social ladder; after a hazing scandal, they plot to seduce, Annie Grover, the daughter of the Vice President of the United States, to maintain power.
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Cruel Intentions — Season 1

Cruel Intentions — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Neither as fun or transgressive as the original Cruel Intentions, this television adaptation doesn't cut deep enough to make much of an impression.

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Drew Gregory Autostraddle 02/01/2025
The Cruel Intentions show appears to actively work against its own eroticism. Go to Full Review
Scott Bryan BBC.com 01/08/2025
Not a Must Watch
There is no spark the original films had. It is completely lacking. It’s a very elaborate world of people who aren’t very nice but who have all got the personality of wallpaper. Go to Full Review
Poppie Platt Daily Telegraph (UK) 12/06/2024
1/5
The majority of the show merely veers into pastiche, as the cast desperately churn out their impersonations of their superior predecessors. Go to Full Review
Jackie K. Cooper jackiekcooper.com 01/17/2025
6/10
A remake as good as the original. Go to Full Review
Tatat Bunnag Bangkok Post 12/19/2024
The series lacks the edge, wit and substance that made the original film iconic, leaving viewers like me disappointed and unengaged. As for a second season? I'm not holding my breath. Go to Full Review
Alex Maidy JoBlo's Movie Network 12/10/2024
4/10
This new series’s creators had the best intentions with their reimagining, but the results are just plain cruel. Go to Full Review
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rehnoor k @Nooriee Jan 12 The whole series was amazing and I loved it and enjoyed it very much .. this series deserve season 2 absolutely so plzz renew it See more paige b @paige.bw Jan 2 This show had me hooked from the very first scene. The plot was really interesting and the character development was so deeply rooted. I feel as though I can’t understand why on earth this would get cancelled when it has the potential to pull a large amount of streamers to Prime Video, especially in the 18-30 year old demographic. I really hope that as more people watch this that Prime Video considers filming and producing a Season 2. There were a LOT of loose ends that were not tied up that creates plenty material for a second season. The ending to the first season was such a let down knowing there isn’t a second. See more Samantha E @smemr Jan 2 I understand why so many people are not enjoying this series because it doesn’t do the movie justice. But, I wanted to say I never saw this series as a reboot of the movie, it was obvious to me that central themes from the original inspired this series. I really enjoyed it; the characters have depth and layers to their intentions and actions, the plot line was amazing, the college setting was refreshing, and not many tv series revolve around the culture of college Greek life. I disagree with the stakes being low, I think they’re pretty compelling considering Caroline’s manipulation is ruining so many people’s lives, and better yet, the audience is convinced she’s going to get away with all of it. I feel like if you accept the fact that this show isn’t meant to reboot the original movie, it’s actually quite good and substantial. So sad they canceled season 2. Bring it back. See more Mackenzie P Mar 23 I enjoyed this series a lot. I even went so far as watching the original movie which I did not enjoy as much cause I liked these characters better. It’s truly disappointing, all the posts I’ve read about them cancelling the show. I feel like prime always does this though. They out to stop making shows if they can’t see them through. My lady Jane, cruel intentions, I’m about to just cancel my prime subscription altogether. See more Tony P @T-dog94 Mar 22 All I can say is blah!! See more Amelia M 02/28/2025 This is the perfect movie to be adapted to a TV series. I think they need to be careful of their casting and storyline but this could be amazing if done right. The boring VP daughter as a love interest wasn't the best choice but I think could be Redeemed to be perfect. Fast paced and addictive to watch. .looking for a season 2! See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 21, 2024 Alpha Caroline enlists Lucien's help to recruit the Vice President's daughter, Annie Grover, to join Delta Phi; Cece persuades Professor Chadwick to give her a coveted TA position. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 21, 2024 Caroline plans for President's Night; Annie decides between rushing and her friend Beatrice's anti-greek movement; Blaise pitches Scott as the new Alpha Gamma president. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 21, 2024 With some help from Cece, Caroline and Blaise ally to secure Scott's presidential run; Lucien and Annie play hooky; Beatrice celebrates her anti-greek victory with plans for more. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 21, 2024 Annie grows closer with Caroline when she attends Delta Phi Pi's Heaven Rush event; Blaise suggests Scott spend less time with him and more time scoring points for the frat book. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 21, 2024 Caroline introduces her mother to Annie and her family; Annie and Scott take their relationship to the next level; Lucien discovers Blaise's secret. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 21, 2024 Lucien attempts to seal the deal with Annie; Cece tries to seduce Professor Chadwick; Scott acts out against Blaise and everyone else; Caroline's big party backfires. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 21, 2024 The Greeks are in trouble with the National Board after the big party; Scott discovers money is missing from the frat; Annie and Lucien grow closer. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 21, 2024 Lucien's secrets are spilled all over campus; Blaise visits Congressman Russell; Professor Chadwick is under investigation. Details
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Season Info

Director
Nick Copus, Adam Arkin
Executive Producer
Sara Goodman, Phoebe Fisher, Neal H. Moritz, Pavun Shetty, Roger Kumble, Andrea Iervolino, Bruce Mellon
Screenwriter
Phoebe Fisher, Sarah Goodman
Network
Prime Video
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 21, 2024