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Benedict Cumberbatch Shines in Netflix's Complex Thriller 'Eric'

The series delves into the dark underbelly of 1980s New York through a gripping missing-child case and a troubled puppeteer's unraveling life.

  • Cumberbatch stars as Vincent Anderson, a puppeteer whose life spirals after his son's disappearance.
  • The show intertwines themes of racial inequality, media bias, and mental health.
  • Detective Ledroit's investigation highlights systemic issues within the NYPD and society.
  • Gaby Hoffman delivers a standout performance as the distraught mother, Cassie.
  • The series balances gritty realism with surreal elements, including a personified puppet.
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