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Eric is a psychological thriller television series set in 1980s New York City. Benedict Cumberbatch portrays a puppeteer grappling with his son’s unexplained disappearance. The show explores themes of family secrets and deception within a suspenseful narrative. It's notable for its atmospheric direction and Cumberbatch’s performance, appealing to viewers who enjoy intricate dramas and thriller-television series like *Peaky Blinders*.

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United Kingdom

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Who is Eric in the Netflix series?

Eric is a large blue puppet created from missing boy Edgar's drawings. Benedict Cumberbatch plays Edgar's father, puppeteer Vincent, who believes bringing Eric to television may help bring his son home.

When and where is Eric set?

The six-episode limited series takes place in 1980s New York City. Netflix released it in 2024, using the city's television and housing worlds as part of the mystery.

Who investigates Edgar's disappearance?

McKinley Belcher III plays Detective Michael Ledroit, the investigator handling the missing-child case. Gaby Hoffmann plays Cassie, Edgar's mother, opposite Cumberbatch's Vincent.

Who created Eric?

Abi Morgan created and wrote the Netflix psychological thriller. It is an original limited series rather than an adaptation of a Benedict Cumberbatch film.

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