All Her Fault: A Chilling Missing-Child Thriller
All Her Fault reveals how quickly whispers escalate into accusations and how the facade of suburban perfection can crack to expose darker realities.
Plot Overview
The new eight-part thriller from the producers of Downton Abbey begins with what seems like a typical suburban afternoon, but it soon turns into a mother’s worst nightmare. The series stars Sarah Snook (Succession) and Dakota Fanning, premiering on Thursday, November 6, with four episodes released initially and then weekly thereafter.
Adapted from Andrea Mara's bestselling 2021 novel, the story follows Marissa Irvine (Snook), whose perfectly ordered life collapses when she arrives at 14 Arthur Avenue to pick up her young son, Milo, from his first playdate. However, the woman who opens the door is a stranger.
Rising Tension
What starts as confusion soon turns into panic. As news of Milo’s disappearance spreads through the quiet suburb, Marissa is forced not only to search for her son but also to defend herself against growing suspicion.
Along the way, she encounters other mothers in the community, including the mysterious Jenny (Fanning). She learns that everyone harbors secrets, and anyone might be involved.
Comparisons and Themes
The series has been compared to Big Little Lies due to its portrayal of suburban mother dynamics, class tensions, and the way pressure fractures communities—especially the way women are targeted.
"All Her Fault explores how quickly whispers can become accusations, and how the veneer of suburban perfection can shatter to reveal something much darker beneath."
Author’s Summary: This gripping thriller penetrates suburban facades to reveal hidden secrets, unfolding a tense story of disappearance, suspicion, and fractured community bonds.