All Her Fault: A Chilling Missing-Child Thriller
All Her Fault reveals how quickly rumors escalate into accusations and how the facade of suburban life can crack to expose something far darker.
Plot Overview
The new eight-part thriller from the producers of Downton Abbey begins on a seemingly normal suburban afternoon that unravels into a mother’s worst nightmare. Starring Succession actress Sarah Snook and Dakota Fanning, the series premieres Thursday, November 6, with the first four episodes released together, followed by weekly installments.
Storyline Details
Based on Andrea Mara’s 2021 bestselling novel, All Her Fault follows Marissa Irvine (played by Snook), whose carefully managed life falls apart when she visits 14 Arthur Avenue to pick up her young son, Milo, from his first playdate. However, the woman who opens the door is a stranger to her. What starts as confusion quickly turns to panic.
As news of Milo’s disappearance spreads across their quiet suburb, Marissa faces not only the desperate search for her son but also growing suspicion from the community. She encounters other mothers, including the mysterious Jenny (Fanning), and uncovers that everyone holds secrets, making anyone a potential suspect.
Themes and Comparisons
The series has drawn natural comparisons to Big Little Lies due to its focus on suburban mother dynamics, class conflict, and how communities often turn against women in times of crisis.
"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: All Her Fault is a gripping suburban thriller exposing hidden secrets and the relentless pressure on women accused in a tense missing-child case.