THE Innocent is set to be Netflix’s next huge thriller series.
The Spanish-language miniseries follows in the footsteps of The Stranger and Safe as an adaptation of a novel by Harlan Coben. Here’s more about the gripping tale…
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Is The Innocent based on a true story?
The Innocent is not based on a true story, but is rather a Spanish adaptation of Harlan Coben’s novel of the same name.
Published in 2005, The Innocent is Coben’s sixth novel.
Coben, known as a “master of suspense”, is no stranger to having his books adapted into gripping series.
Other Netflix dramas based on his novels include hit thriller The Stranger and Safe.
Asked by Radio Times which book he would most like to see on screen next, Coben replied: “But since I have to answer, I’ll say The Innocent by yours truly simply because it’s the next one coming out on Netflix and thus self-serving.”
Coben is an American author from New Jersey and Netflix has signed a multi-million dollar deal to develop 14 of his novels into original series and films.
Coben is an acting executive producer on each of the ventures.
Creating the series is Spanish Oriol Paulo – best known for The Body and The Invisible Guest.
Famous for his cinematic prowess, there’s no doubt this series will be a favourite with fans of Netflix’s existing thrillers.
What is The Innocent about?
The show tells the tale of a man named Matt who accidentally kills a man whilst trying to break up a fight.
The show’s official Netflix synopsis reads: “An accidental killing leads a man down a dark hole of intrigue and murder. Just as he finds love and freedom, one phone call brings back the nightmare.”
A further press release from the platform reads: “One night, Matt innocently tried to break up a fight—and ended up a killer.
“Now, nine years later, he’s an ex-con who takes nothing for granted.
“His wife, Olivia, is pregnant, and the two of them are closing on their dream house.
“But all it will take is one shocking, inexplicable call from Olivia’s cell phone to shatter Matt’s life a second time…”
How can I watch The Innocent?
The Innocent premieres on Friday, April 30.
