The Girlfriend has taken the number one spot on Prime Video’s television charts following its debut on 10 September. Still trending in the United Kingdom, the series has received wide acclaim, with one reviewer on IMDb describing it as “satisfyingly wicked”.
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Starring Robin Wright and Olivia Cooke, the psychological drama is adapted from Michelle Frances’ bestselling novel. It follows Laura Sanderson (Wright), a wealthy woman living in London whose seemingly perfect life is disrupted when her son Daniel (Laurie Davidson) introduces his new girlfriend, Cherry (Cooke). Sanderson’s suspicions quickly cast a shadow over the relationship, setting the stage for a tense and unsettling narrative.
The cast also features Waleed Zuaiter, Tanya Moodie, Shalom Brune-Franklin and Anna Chancellor. Critics have praised the production, with The Times noting that while the show includes “a smattering of class commentary”, it is best enjoyed as “a rollercoaster of fun and games”. The Daily Telegraph commended the chemistry between Wright and Cooke, while Rolling Stone highlighted the convincing rivalry at the centre of the plot.
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Despite strong reviews, the finale has divided opinion among viewers. The sixth and final episode prompted debate on social media, with some praising the performances but questioning the penultimate scene. While several viewers considered the ending unsatisfying, others maintained that it did not diminish the series overall, describing The Girlfriend as “well-produced, well-acted, and well-filmed”.
