The Perfect Couple review: Nicole Kidman elevates a glittering but predictable mystery

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The Perfect Couple review

Nicole Kidman shines in a captivating, formulaic mystery.

Description

The Perfect Couple blends murder and privilege in a glittering drama, with a wealthy family’s wedding plans upended by a corpse on the beach.

Story

As secrets unravel, the investigation begins to feel like a real-life version of one of Greer Winbury’s (Nicole Kidman) novels, where everyone is a suspect.

Cast highlights

Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber headline a star-studded ensemble, including Dakota Fanning, Eve Hewson, and Ishaan Khatter.

Themes

The series explores class divides as Amelia Sacks (Eve Hewson) tries to fit into her wealthy fiancé’s world, adding tension before the murder disrupts their wedding plans.

The formula

The Perfect Couple blends high-society intrigue with murder mystery elements, feeling reminiscent of shows like The White Lotus and Big Little Lies.

Nicole Kidman’s role

Nicole Kidman is a highlight, embodying a rich, aloof novelist who adds gravitas to this glamorous yet flawed mystery.

Mystery & drama

While it’s predictable at times, the show’s complex character revelations and white privilege themes make it an entertaining watch.

Final Verdict

With twists, drama, and a murder to solve, The Perfect Couple is binge-worthy, even if it occasionally stumbles with clichés.

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