Cruel Intentions TV Series Debuts on Prime Video

The new 'Cruel Intentions' TV series on Prime Video attempts to revive the cult classic's themes of manipulation and power among wealthy college students but struggles with execution. Centered on step-siblings Caroline Merteuil and Lucien Belmont, the show follows their schemes to seduce the Vice President's daughter, Annie Grover, amid an anti-Greek movement. Critics argue that the series lacks the charm and depth of the original film, describing the character development as generic and the plot as stretched over eight episodes. In the season finale, Lucien's revenge on Caroline culminates in a scandalous twist, leaving audiences anticipating his future in the series. Showrunners Sara Goodman and Phoebe Fisher highlighted their intent to maintain the original's tone while exploring deeper character dynamics in a contemporary setting. Despite its shortcomings, the series promises to delve into the morally ambiguous world of its characters, engaging viewers with its depiction of privilege and ambition.