Stay Close
Stay Close

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Stay Close

2019
Movie
19 min
English

The underdog story of a fencer from Brooklyn who overcomes a gauntlet of hardships on the road to the Olympics.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users88%
Director: Daniel O'HaraGenres: Thriller, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Based on Harlan Coben's novel, 'Stay Close' follows three people with dark secrets who are led dangerous lives they desperately try to keep hidden. Megan, a working mother, Ray, a talented photographer, and Broome, a detective, all grapple with the consequences of past choices. As a new investigation unfolds, their carefully constructed worlds begin to unravel, threatening to expose the truths they've buried.

Critical Reception

Stay Close received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its suspenseful plot, strong performances from the main cast, and its ability to keep viewers engaged. Some noted it as a satisfying addition to Netflix's Harlan Coben adaptations, though a few found certain plot points predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and twist-filled narrative.

  • The performances, particularly from Cush Jumbo and James Nesbitt, were highlighted as strong points.

  • Some viewers found the plot occasionally convoluted or predictable but generally engaging.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed 'Stay Close,' appreciating its thrilling plot and the suspense it maintained throughout the series. The mystery elements and the performances were frequently cited as reasons for its success.

Fun Fact

The series is the fifth Netflix adaptation of a Harlan Coben novel, following 'The Stranger', 'Safe', 'The Woods', and 'The Innocent'.

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