Sarah Snook Kidnapping Thriller ‘All Her Fault’ Is a Middling Entry in the Rich Mom Mystery Genre: TV Review

Sarah Snook Stars in Kidnapping Thriller "All Her Fault"

Sarah Snook returns to television following her role in "Succession" with the Peacock kidnapping thriller All Her Fault, a moderate addition to the rich mom mystery genre.

Character Comparison: Marissa Irvine vs. Siobhan Roy

Marissa Irvine, the protagonist, bears a superficial resemblance to Siobhan Roy, another Sarah Snook character. Both women are wealthy and share a tasteful, neutral wardrobe style, favoring elegant outerwear. However, Marissa is a self-made wealth manager in Chicago and is defined primarily by her role as a mother, a stage Shiv from "Succession" had only begun to explore.

Plot Overview

Adapted by Megan Gallagher from Andrea Mara’s 2021 novel, the series begins with Marissa picking up her 5-year-old son, Milo, from a playdate, only to find he has gone missing. The story unfolds as a tense kidnapping drama, portraying a parent's worst nightmare.

Sarah Snook’s Performance

“All Her Fault does allow Snook to emote with all her might, sobbing with panic and gasping in horror as Marissa’s quest to find Milo takes its inevitable twists and turns.”

This series marks Snook’s first time executive producing a leading role since the end of "Succession" two and a half years ago, offering a tailored platform to showcase her acting skills.

Clarification

All Her Fault should not be confused with All’s Fair, another female-centered show debuting the same week on Peacock.

Author’s summary: Sarah Snook delivers a solid but predictable performance in "All Her Fault," a kidnapping thriller that explores motherhood amid suspense but offers little beyond typical genre elements.

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Variety Variety — 2025-11-06

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