Cape Fear
Seen it?2026 | 1 seasons | Crime, Drama
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
People are still talking about it, though it had a small audience and a lukewarm 7.2 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime-drama fans.
- The mood
- Dark and gritty.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two.
- What might put you off
- Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
When convicted murderer Max Cady is released from prison, he begins infiltrating the family of the married attorneys who helped put him behind bars.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
75% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
7.2 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
Award season hasn't happened yet, so this isn't counted
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Limited series that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 1.8 million people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Created by Nick Antosca
- Amy AdamsAnna Bowden
- Javier BardemMaximiliano 'Max' Cady
- Patrick WilsonTom Bowden
- Joe AndersZack Bowden
- Lily ColliasNatalie Bowden
- Malia PylesNevaeh Valentine
- CCH PounderNoa Toussaint