{
  "id": 6619585,
  "title": "How Hulu’s ‘Furious’ Went From Sleeper Hit to Mainstream Must-Watch",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/how-hulus-furious-went-from-sleeper-hit-to-mainstream-must-watch",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-10T18:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
    "slug": "thewrap",
    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/media-platforms/tv/furious-sleeper-hit-to-mainstream-must-watch/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "\"Furious,\" a Hulu thriller series created by \"New Girl\" creator Liz Meriwether, may have flown under the radar during this summer's releases, but it's now receiving mainstream attention. The show follows ex-cop-turned-FBI agent Emmy Rossum as she hunts down a serial killer. Initially debuting at No. 10 on Nielsen's streaming originals list, the show's viewership grew gradually, with a 40% increase in viewership for the penultimate episode compared to the premiere. By the time the finale aired, views had increased by 90% from the premiere. Despite little marketing and awareness, the show's success can be attributed to positive word of mouth and social media chatter on platforms like TikTok, Threads, and X. This delayed success highlights the power of passionate fans in inspiring others to join the conversation, especially in a crowded TV landscape. With a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score, \"Furious\" has attracted 43 million hours of viewing globally and reached its highest demand a week after its final episode dropped on Hulu.",
  "summary": "Plus, the return of \"Ted Lasso\" soars above Season 3 and Prime Video's \"Sterling Point\" locks down the YA demo The post How Hulu’s ‘Furious’ Went From Sleeper Hit to Mainstream Must-Watch appeared first on TheWrap .",
  "key_points": [
    "Hulu thriller series 'Furious' debuted at No. 10 on Nielsen's streaming originals list.",
    "Viewership grew 40% for penultimate episode, 90% for finale compared to premiere.",
    "Success attributed to word of mouth, social media, especially TikTok and X."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}