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Season 1 – The Undoing

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A therapist's life unravels after she learns that her husband might be responsible for a widespread disaster.
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The Undoing — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

The Undoing is a beautifully shot mystery that benefits greatly from Nicole Kidman and Hugh Grant's performances - if only its story was as strong as its star power.

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Hannah Giorgis The Atlantic 03/02/2021
Indeed, the show seems to relish the disorder that the Frasers cause in other people's lives, the pain they mete out. Throughout it all, the family remains static: glamorous, somehow still in control. Go to Full Review
Deborah Ross The Mail on Sunday (UK) 12/07/2020
4/5
It was a fun ride, and a swanky ride, and a grippingly involving ride -- whodunnit?, who? -- even if it was ultimately silly. Go to Full Review
Willa Paskin Slate 12/01/2020
It was a bumpy flight that wound up in a dingy parking lot. Go to Full Review
Zosha Millman Bustle 09/01/2021
Like the seemingly perfect lives of its characters, it doesn't hold up under scrutiny. Go to Full Review
James Walton The Spectator 07/19/2021
These two are so good, in fact, that it's not easy to tell whether The Undoing is properly great or just a run-of-the-mill thriller with a brilliant casting director. Either way, though, I can't wait to find out what happens. Go to Full Review
Daniel Seddon NME (New Musical Express) 07/08/2021
5/5
All in all, this is a must-watch piece of telly that boasts two of the year's most compelling leads in Jonathan and Grace. Go to Full Review
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orphic p @Orphic Dec 16 Not for nothing, but he should've jumped. I only watched this for Lily Rabe. I don't recommend this series. Very intriguing, but i still don't recommend. Also, how tf does casting find the most gorgeous woman in NY, then kill her off in the 1st episode? I'm embarrassed I watched this, wish I could give it a quarter of a star... See more M Y Nov 23 The undoing of the female protagonist didn't make sense. In fact the female protagonist didn't make much sense. The detachment from reality was too far to make this a coherent plot line. See more Alain E @AlainE Nov 9 Good production values and very strong performance by Grant. The story ultimately doesn’t make sense. If Grant is truly a psychopath he would not have been able to create a persona of caring pediatric oncologist and maintain it for decades. The plot throws many red herrings: could it be the husband of the victim or even the son of Grant and Kidman who knew where to find the murder weapon. Kidman is supposedly a seasoned psychologist who at some point is losing it and throws stuff around like an adolescent girl. Sutherland is convincing as the rich father in law, although it is never really explained why he gave Grant half a million dollars. See more Ron R Oct 1 The story is compelling and the actors are first rate. Especially Nicole Kidman and Noah Jupe. It's twists and turns keep the audience engaged. The premise however is not entirely believable, seemingly more like a pop psychological interpretation of much more vital emotional human dynamics than would be accurate with real characters. Well, it's a story after all and not an account of a real family. Some real gaps of interpretation in my opinion but hauntingly engaging nonetheless. See more Antje M Sep 7 Terrible story writing and unconvincing performances of the two leads. Not one second does one believe the characters they play- they remain Nicole Botox lips Kidman and Hugh Grin Grant in a super self conscious way. There is no surprise, no emotion, not a single line worth remembering and even the camera work and editing are dull. How many times do we have to see the skyline of New York? The only good acting comes from NOMA DUMEZWENI, who looks at her client Hugh Grant with the doubt that comes with a superior intelligence (“you didn’t throw the hammer away? How stupid can you be?”) and Noah Jupe as the son. Not enough to make it worth watching- a waste of time. See more Raquel E @raquelea Aug 20 A gripping thriller that keeps you guessing until the end. Nicole Kidman and Hugh Grant deliver strong performances, and the story blends secrets, betrayal, and privilege into a suspenseful ride. See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Oct 25, 2020 The Undoing Grace Fraser becomes intrigued by a young mother at her son's school; news of a tragedy rocks the school community. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 1, 2020 The Missing After finding safety at her father's house, Grace finds herself on the receiving end of detectives' personal questions. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 8, 2020 Do No Harm Jonathan tells Grace his side of the story; she now finds herself being followed by someone close to Elena. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 15, 2020 See No Evil As Haley begins to shape the case's narrative, Franklin uses his resources to help his family. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 22, 2020 Trial by Fury The prosecution presents shocking evidence on the first day of the trial, while the defense casts doubt on the police investigation; Henry tells Grace a secret. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 29, 2020 The Bloody Truth Haley challenges her own ethics in her defense strategy; as the courtroom theater mounts, Grace takes measures to protect herself and her family. Details
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Season Info

Director
Susanne Bier
Creator
David E. Kelley
Screenwriter
David E. Kelley, Jean Hanff Korelitz
Network
HBO
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 25, 2020