Apples Never Fall
Follow the Delaneys, who from the outside appear to be an enviably contented family. Former tennis coaches Joy and Stan are parents to four adult children. After fifty years of marriage, they have finally sold their famed tennis academy and are ready to start what should be the golden years of their lives. But after Joy disappears, her children are forced to re-examine their parents’ marriage and their family history with fresh eyes.
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Plot Summary
The series follows the seemingly perfect Delaney family, led by former tennis pros Joy and Stan. Their lives are disrupted by the sudden disappearance of Savannah, a mysterious young woman who had recently entered their lives and become a close confidante. As the family grapples with Savannah's vanishing, long-held secrets and resentments within their own relationships begin to surface, threatening to unravel their carefully constructed facade.
Critical Reception
Apples Never Fall received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its ensemble cast, particularly Annette Bening and Sam Neill, and its suspenseful, character-driven narrative. Some found the pacing occasionally uneven, but most agreed it was a compelling adaptation of Liane Moriarty's novel.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for strong performances from its veteran leads.
- Appreciated for its compelling mystery and exploration of family dynamics.
- Some critics noted that the narrative occasionally lost steam.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely positive, with viewers enjoying the soapy drama and the performances of the main cast. The mystery element and the twists and turns of the plot were frequently highlighted as enjoyable aspects.
Fun Fact
The series is based on the 2021 novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, author of "Big Little Lies" and "Nine Perfect Strangers."
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