Netflix viewers ‘scared for their lives’ rediscovering binge-worthy horror series

Netflix viewers have been left terrified by a show many have hailed one of the ‘best horror series’ ever. French horror Marianne arrived on the streaming platform back in 2019, telling the story of horror writer Emma as she goes back to her hometown. The synopsis reads: ‘A famous horror writer who is lured back to her hometown discovers that the evil spirit who plagues her dreams is now wreaking havoc in the real world.’.

Netflix bosses cancelled the programme after just one season, but fans are still finding Marianne years later, as its ranking among the platform’s most popular shows. ‘Just finished watching Marianne on Netflix and it’s the scariest thing I’ve ever watched in my whole f***ing life,’ one fan wrote, as another added: ‘Just finished the first episode of #Netflix’s Marianne and I am scared for my life. Good start!’.

‘Possibly the best horror series I’ve ever seen. I’m about to give it a rewatch,’ wrote one audience reviewer on Rotten Tomatoes, where the series has a 100% rating. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video. Up Next. ‘One of the scariest shows I’ve seen. Very well written, acted and directed,’ added another fan review, as a third RT user described it as ‘refreshingly good horror and truly creepy at times’.

Marianne even has some fans in high places, with horror icon Stephen King heaping praise on the show, and comparing it to Netflix hit Stranger Things. ‘If you’re one of those sickos–like me–who enjoys being scared, MARIANNE (Netflix) will do the job,’ he wrote on X.’There are glints of humor that give it a STRANGER THINGS vibe. It also has (I say it with all due modesty) a Stephen King vibe.’.

Others are still disappointed there are no more series in the pipeline after such a strong start. ‘Years later and I’m still so furious this show was cancelled. Really, really well done,’ wrote another fan on RT. ‘Whip smart, funny, stylish touching, unsettling and truly scary. What I wouldn’t give for someone/anyone to give this show the season 2 it so richly deserves.’. They’re not the only ones, as creator Sam Bodin has admitted he had more ideas to span the story across ‘three seasons’.

‘At the time, I really wanted to do three seasons. The story in my head takes three seasons, three acts for me. Three big chapters,’ he told Bloody Disgusting. What I Own: I quit London at 48 and bought my first home in Sussex for £325,000. London's cheapest place to rent revealed — but it might not be for long. Londoners are flocking to this ‘bustling’ neighbourhood 10 miles from the centre. I bought a house with my partner — but when we broke up, he refused to sell.

If you live at this house number, your property could be 'cursed'. Marianne is available to stream on Netflix. Got a story?. If you’ve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we’d love to hear from you. Arrow MORE: Netflix viewers have just days to binge tear-jerking series before return.