The Miniaturist
Seen it?2017 | 1 seasons | Mystery, Drama
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (76% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 7.1 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 anyone who likes to be kept guessing. If you loved Agatha Christie's Poirot, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Tense.
- The pace
- One season: easy to finish in a weekend or two.
- What might put you off
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Nella Oortman's life changes drastically when she marries a wealthy merchant and moves to Amsterdam. As she struggles to win her husband's affection, she discovers dark secrets along the way.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
76% on Rotten Tomatoes, 69 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
7.1 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Limited series that reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 170K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Created by John Brownlow
- Anya Taylor-JoyPetronella Brandt
- Romola GaraiMarin Brandt
- Alex HassellJohannes Brandt
- Hayley SquiresCornelia
- Paapa EssieduOtto
- Emily BerringtonThe Miniaturist
- Geoffrey StreatfeildFrans Meermans
- Aislín McGuckinAgnes Meermans
- Ziggy HeathJack Philips
- Christopher GodwinPastor Pellicorne