Netflix Announces May 30 Launch for 'Eric' Starring Benedict Cumberbatch

The thriller series, created by Abi Morgan, explores a father's desperate search for his missing son in 1980s New York.

Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Vincent, a puppeteer whose son disappears, leading to a mental and emotional collapse.
'Eric' is set in 1980s New York and delves into themes of parenthood, mental health, and societal issues like homophobia and racism.
The series is produced by Chernobyl's Sister and includes a cast featuring Gaby Hoffman, McKinley Belcher III, and Clarke Peters.
Cumberbatch described the series as rooted in real-world issues and praised creator Abi Morgan for building a detailed world.
The show is part of a Netflix UK drama slate that includes adaptations and original series, launching globally on May 30.