I went into Wilderness expecting something slick and entertaining, maybe even a little predictable. You know the type: a scorned wife, a cheating husband, a getaway with sinister undertones. Very generic thriller on paper kind of stuff. And yeah, the pilot plays right into that… but then episode two hits and suddenly the story starts tilting in a way that made me lean forward a bit.

It’s based on B.E. Jones’ novel, which I haven’t read yet, and while the premise screams Gone Girl-lite, the show has its own vibe. The psychological tension builds more quietly, and Jenna Coleman gives Liv a slow-burn edge that really works for me. You’re not entirely sure what she’s going to do, or how far she’ll go, and that’s what keeps it interesting.

Also, can we talk about that Taylor Swift needle drop? “Look What You Made Me Do” is the theme song, and it fits almost too well. It’s one of those things where the song is such a good match, it almost spoils it before the plot gets there. Like, are we about to see petty revenge or full-on chaos? The music says yes. (And honestly, I kind of love that.)

The story is simple on the surface – relationship cracks, emotional spirals, a trip that turns into a ticking time bomb – but there’s a little more nuance underneath, especially as Liv’s choices start to unravel. It’s less about murder and more about manipulation, control, and self-reckoning, with a few very dramatic detours.

I didn’t read the book ahead of the show, partly because I like to have some space between book and screen, and partly because this one really snuck up on me. If you have read it – no spoilers – but is it twistier than it seems? Because I get the sense there’s more going on than the trailer lets on.

Overall, Wilderness is a fun, messy little thriller that pulls you in with drama and keeps you guessing with its shifting emotional ground. It’s not quite Gone Girl, but it’s definitely her chaotic cousin.

👉 Have you watched it yet? Tell me your take in the comments or DM me your spoilers.

Wilderness is now streaming on Prime Video

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