Fans are treated to the first look at the anticipated Netflix series titled Eric, starring the esteemed actor Benedict Cumberbatch.
Alongside Benedict, the cast includes Gaby Hoffman, McKinley Belcher III, Dan Fogler, and Clarke Peters.
The official plot summary reads: “Eric, set during the 1980s in New York City, is a gripping emotional thriller from creator Abi Morgan. It centers around a father’s angst-ridden quest to find his nine-year-old son who mysteriously vanishes on his way to school. Vincent, a renowned puppeteer and the brains behind the cherished children’s TV program ‘Good Day Sunshine,’ finds it increasingly difficult to handle the agony of his son Edgar’s disappearance. Consumed by self-hatred and burdened by the guilt of losing Edgar, he attaches to his son’s sketches of a blue monster puppet named ERIC. Believing that putting ERIC on television will result in Edgar’s return, Vincent becomes fixated on this goal. However, his erratic and self-destructive behavior begins to drive away those around him, including family, colleagues, and even the detectives assigned to his case. Throughout this ordeal, it’s ERIC, a figment born of necessity, who remains Vincent’s solitary supporter in this heartfelt mission to reclaim his son.”
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Eric marks Benedict’s return to a leading role on television following his 2022 appearance in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
All six episodes of Eric will be released on Netflix starting May 30.
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FAQs About ‘Eric’ Starring Benedict Cumberbatch
- Who is the star of ‘Eric’?
- Benedict Cumberbatch is the lead actor in ‘Eric’.
- What is ‘Eric’ about?
- ‘Eric’ is an emotional thriller set in the 1980s about a father searching for his missing son, with a subplot involving a puppet named ERIC from a children’s television show.
- When can I watch ‘Eric’ on Netflix?
- The release date for ‘Eric’ on Netflix is set for May 30 with all six episodes available.
- Has Benedict Cumberbatch worked on television since ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’?
- Yes, ‘Eric’ is Benedict Cumberbatch’s first leading television role since his 2022’s blockbuster film.
Conclusion
Fans of Benedict Cumberbatch and gripping thrillers will find much to look forward to with ‘Eric’. The series promises an intense storyline peppered with emotional depth and a unique narrative leveraged upon the relationship between a father and a puppet. With the full season release slated for late May, audiences will soon have the chance to dive deep into the mystery and drama of 1980s New York through this Netflix original series. Stay tuned for what is set to be a compelling watching experience.