Sarah Snook returns to television after "Succession" with the Peacock kidnapping thriller All Her Fault, offering a moderate contribution to the wealthy mother mystery genre.
The protagonist, Marissa Irvine, shares some surface similarities with Siobhan Roy, Snook's character from "Succession." Both are wealthy women, portrayed by Snook, and their wardrobes reflect quiet luxury with neutral tones and cocoon-style outerwear. However, Marissa’s story diverges significantly.
Marissa is a self-made wealth manager based in Chicago, deeply defined by her role as a mother, unlike Shiv who was only beginning to consider motherhood towards the end of "Succession." The series, adapted by Megan Gallagher from Andrea Mara's 2021 novel, opens with Marissa realizing her 5-year-old son Milo is missing after a playdate.
For Snook, serving as executive producer and lead for the first time post-"Succession," All Her Fault is crafted as a vehicle to showcase her emotional range. The kidnapping drama presents a parent's worst nightmare, allowing Snook to express intense panic and horror.
"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."
The show should not be confused with All’s Fair, another female-focused series debuting the same week with a similar title.
Summary: Sarah Snook's new series All Her Fault explores motherhood and mystery through a kidnapping thriller, providing a solid but somewhat conventional addition to the rich mom suspense genre.