The Puppet Master: Hunting the Ultimate Conman
Seen it?2022 | 1 seasons | 42 min | Documentary, Crime
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz and a lukewarm 6.7 out of 10 from audiences, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime fans and the curious. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Gritty, eye-opening.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two, episodes of about 42 minutes, about 2 hours in all.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
This harrowing docuseries explores, a cruel conman masquerading as a British spy manipulates and steals from his victims, leaving ruined families in his wake.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
Generally positive reviews
- AudiencesBelow par
6.7 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Limited series that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 25K people sought it out in the past year
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