The Beast in Me

I enjoyed this but Clare Danes character sounded like she was mid panic attack throughout every episode, which kind of spoilt things a bit. It was very offputting in my opinion. Matthew Rhys's character was suitably creepy.....the chicken scene in particular. Well filmed, well acted overall, I quite enjoyed it.

The Beast in Me (2025) is a solid thriller that keeps the tension high, even if the plot becomes overly tangled and occasionally hard to believe. The ending, however, is surprisingly swift and straightforward.

I watched the series mostly because of Claire Danes and her earlier iconic roles (My So Called Life, Homeland). Here she once again plays a deeply troubled woman, but her performance leans too heavily on tics and tremors for my taste - expressive to the point of overacting. Matthew Rhys, on the other hand, delivers a far more balanced and convincing portrayal of Nile Jarvis, shifting from charming to psychopathic with impressive ease. Their odd chemistry sometimes makes the contrast work.

The supporting cast is solid, though the story itself doesn't leave a lasting impression. Overall, it's watchable but far from essential.

The Beast in Me is a gripping, atmospheric series that blends psychological tension with raw emotional depth. The performances are sharp, and the slow-burn mystery unfolds with satisfying intensity. Each episode peels back another layer, keeping you hooked without cheap twists. Stylish, unsettling, and genuinely compelling, it's a standout thriller that lingers long after the credits roll. Danes delivers yet again.

A tense cat-and-mouse thriller that keeps you hooked with its twists, even if it stretches believability toward the end. The pacing makes it easy to binge, and the emotional beats land - especially thanks to Matthew Rhys, who absolutely steals the show as Nile Jarvis. His performance adds unexpected depth and charisma to the chaos, making every scene he's in feel sharper and more unpredictable.

It appears that quite a few raters and reviewers take serious issue with Claire Danes character in this mini series. I understand it. During the first half of the first episode I couldn't help but notice that she was playing almost the same personality as her tortured agent in Homeland. But I pressed on and started to really enjoy the tense and blunt interactions between her character and the slick sociopath/psychopath played so well by Matthew Rhys. I really loved the locations as well.

I have only watched the first episode but by the end I wanted to keep watching into the early hours. I just wanted to leave a quick review because there are so many very poor reviews and some very praising reviews. The praising ones aren't fake. I personally look forward to the rest of this show. Try it. You will know by the end of the first episode if it's for you.