1. The Stranger (Netflix)
The German Cosmopolitan recently highlighted five thrilling, mysterious series similar to You. The first among them is The Stranger, based on Harlan Coben's novel of the same name, known in Hungarian as Az idegen.
The story centers on Adam Price, a seemingly happy family man whose life falls apart after a mysterious stranger reveals one of his wife's darkest secrets. As Adam begins to investigate, more and more lies, deceit, and secrets come to light. Each episode of the series offers new surprises - a perfect choice if you enjoyed the dark twists and mysteries of You!
2. Dirty John (Netflix)
Dirty John is based on a true story: John Meehan, a charming yet highly manipulative man who sneaks into the life of successful interior designer Debra Newell. What initially seems like a romantic relationship quickly turns into a nightmare filled with lies, control, and psychological abuse.
The series also has a second season that tells a new story but remains within the world of real crimes. If the toxic relationships and psychological games in You caught your attention, you will love Dirty John too!
3. American Crime Story (Disney+)
American Crime Story covers a famous real crime case in incredible detail each season. The first season reconstructs the events of the O.J. Simpson trial, the second tells the story of fashion designer Gianni Versace's murder, and the third examines the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal.
Each episode is meticulously crafted, emotionally intense, and delves deeply into the dark recesses of the human psyche - just like You.
4. How to Get Away with Murder (Netflix)
The story of How to Get Away with Murder centers on Annalise Keating, a brilliant and mysterious renowned lawyer who also works as a professor at the University of Philadelphia's law school. She selects five talented students to work with her on real cases - but soon they themselves become involved in a murder laced with lies, secrets, and moral dilemmas.
This thrilling series is a perfect blend of crime and drama with constant twists - just like You.
5. The Sinner (Netflix)
Last but not least, the German Cosmopolitan highlighted The Sinner, which in each season tackles a new, initially puzzling crime, always asking the question: "Why did it happen?" Detective Harry Ambrose not only investigates the circumstances of the act but also deeply explores the psychological world of the perpetrators.
Whether it's a mother stabbing a stranger on vacation or a boy confessing to a brutal double murder - nothing is as it first appears. If you liked the psychological depths and dark secrets of You, this series will definitely be interesting for you too!
Which one would you watch first after You?
