What To Watch Monday: Emmy Rossum In Furious, Harry Wild And Inspector Ellis Wrap, And More

The crime thriller 'Furious' is currently the focal point of Monday’s television landscape. Starring Emmy Rossum and Lola Petticrew, the series centers on a female serial killer and is being positioned by Disney Plus and Hulu as a major new addition to their streaming library. The show is an adaptation of a 1987 thriller, reimagined to prioritize darker themes and character-driven narratives. Reviews are providing a significant boost to the series' early profile, with Forbes noting a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score.

Critics at The Guardian and Mashable describe the production as a "grownup" drama, praising its intensity and the central focus on female rage. Los Angeles Times coverage adds that the series frames its subject as being defined by more than just the crimes committed, a departure from typical genre tropes. While the critical reception is robust, the series faces immediate competition from various established programming staples. TV Insider notes that 'Furious' is launching alongside seasonal television events such as Shark Week and the season finales of 'Harry Wild' and 'Inspector Ellis'.

This crowded Monday schedule places the series in a direct battle for viewer attention against long-running network favorites. Future momentum for the series depends on whether the initial positive sentiment translates into sustained viewership numbers throughout the week. While the industry is watching how well a dark, character-focused thriller holds against reality and procedural television, coverage does not yet specify how the platform intends to expand the story beyond this debut. Audiences will determine the show's long-term viability as the wrap-up of other current series frees up more space in the primetime rotation.