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Netflix: Benedict Cumberbatch's new drama series, Eric, reaches Top 2 worldwide

Benedict Cumberbatch has returned to the screen with Netflix, bringing a drama that not only leaves you in awe but is also filled with fantasy and suspense. Here, check out how "Eric" reached the Top 2 worldwide.

Gaby Hoffmann and Benedict Cumberbatch in Eric.
© IMDbGaby Hoffmann and Benedict Cumberbatch in Eric.

Benedict Cumberbatch has long been one of the most in-demand and successful actors in the industry, often turning his projects into hits, like the first installment of Marvel’s Doctor Strange.

Now, the British actor who brought Sherlock Holmes to life has teamed up with Netflix for a thriller series filled with drama and suspense. This series has become the second most-watched worldwide.

The first season of “Eric“, created by Abi Morgan (Shame and The Iron Lady) and directed by Lucy Forbes (This Is Going to Hurt and The End of the F***ing World), features a stellar cast and an intriguing, sometimes bizarre, storyline.

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Eric ranked No. 2 series on Netflix worldwide

Eric” is the new limited series on Netflix starring Benedict Cumberbatch that premiered just a day ago and has already become the second most-watched production on the platform worldwide, according to Flix Patrol.

The specialized metrics site reported that the psychological thriller set in 1980s New York has surpassed multiple popular trends on the streaming giant, such as “Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult”.

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The story follows Vincent, a puppeteer whose son Edgar (played by Ivan Morris Howe) mysteriously disappears. In his despair, he finds solace in Eric, a monster living under his child’s bed.

As the search progresses, the series delves into themes of personal crisis, redemption and the conflict between reality and fantasy, all within an atmosphere filled with drama, suspense and intriguing moments.

In addition to the lead actor and the young star who plays his fictional son, the cast includes several significant figures in crucial roles, such as Gaby Hoffmann, who portrays Cassie Anderson, his wife.

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Ariadna is a versatile journalist who covers a broad spectrum of sports topics and creates evergreen content. Her career in journalism began in 2021 at Indie Emergente, a digital music magazine, where she honed her skills in writing and reporting. In 2023, she expanded her repertoire by contributing to Spoiler Latinoamerica, where she created general culture content, before joining Spoiler US in 2024 to write entertainment pieces. With over four years of experience across different media outlets, Ariadna brings a wealth of knowledge and an expanding influence to the field of journalism.

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