8 Best Shows Like Prime Video’s 56 Days

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Prime Video’s 56 Days is a well-made psychological thriller, and fans who enjoy shows like You and His & Hers will likely love it. The show has a surprising twist at the end that will make many viewers want to immediately rewatch it from the beginning.

This psychological thriller has a complex plot that rewards repeat viewings, as new details about Oliver and Ciara’s troubled relationship completely change how you see them. But if you loved the show’s surprising turns, intense romance, and mystery, and just want something new to watch, this list is for you.

As a fan of psychological thrillers – and there have been some really good ones lately, like M. Night Shyamalan’s Servant and the adaptation of Stephen King’s The Outsider – I’m always on the lookout for something new. But this list isn’t just about any thriller; these shows share a specific vibe, a lot like the intense, claustrophobic feeling you get from 56 Days. I’m excited to share these titles because they really dig into that same psychological space.

His & Hers

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The Netflix series His & Hers follows reporter Tessa Thompson as she returns to her hometown to investigate a string of violent murders connected to her personal history. She crosses paths with Jon Bernthal, who plays a local detective—and her former husband.

Similar to the show 56 Days, His & Hers keeps you guessing by switching between the perspectives of a couple struggling with complicated feelings and mutual distrust. This back-and-forth storytelling makes the surprising ending of this adaptation of Alice Feeney’s novel even more impactful.

Sharp Objects

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Similar to the series His & Hers, this highly praised 2018 miniseries centers around a female reporter haunted by her past. She returns to her hometown to investigate a string of disturbing murders. Amy Adams delivers a standout performance as Camille Preacher, the journalist, whose struggles with alcohol and self-sabotage appear to stem from her childhood.

When Camille returns to her unsettling hometown of Wind Gap, she becomes consumed by the deaths of several teenage girls and suspects a dark family secret is connected to the crimes. This psychological thriller is full of twists and turns, and like the ending of 56 Days, it will keep you guessing until the very end.

You

Similar to the film 56 Days, the Netflix series You is based on a popular psychological thriller novel. The show, adapted from Caroline Kepnes’ book, centers around Joe Goldberg, a bookstore employee who becomes dangerously obsessed with a woman who catches his eye. At first, Joe appears to be a typical romantic lead, with a witty and sarcastic personality.

The show then explains the cage Joe built in the store’s basement and introduces the women who captured his attention before the story started. It quickly becomes clear that Joe is the antagonist of this suspenseful thriller, and for five intense seasons, viewers are left on the edge of their seats, watching him narrowly avoid capture as he constantly plans dangerous and deadly schemes.

Cruel Summer

Both You and Hulu’s compelling mystery series Cruel Summer share a storytelling technique with the hit show 56 Days. All three shows jump back and forth between past and present timelines, slowly revealing a complex and surprising mystery.

Okay, so this movie really grabbed me with its central premise. It’s about Kate, the queen bee of high school, and Jeannette, a girl who practically blends into the background. But when Kate vanishes, things get seriously twisted. Jeannette doesn’t just grieve – she starts becoming Kate. I mean, she infiltrates her friend group, copies her style, and even tries to act like her. It’s a fascinating, and frankly unsettling, transformation to watch unfold. It’s not just about imitation; it’s about Jeannette actively taking over Kate’s life, and the movie explores how far she’ll go to maintain that facade.

When Kate comes back, everything falls apart. The show Cruel Summer uses a clever structure, jumping between the present – showing how the events affect the characters – and the past, revealing the secrets of Kate’s disappearance. It’s similar to the show 56 Days, and just as full of unexpected twists and turns.

True Detective (Season 1)

Compared to the other shows mentioned, the first season of True Detective is the most different from 56 Days. 56 Days focuses on a young couple involved in a murder shortly after they begin dating, while True Detective season 1 follows two older detectives working together to solve a string of ritualistic murders.

Both True Detective season 1 and 56 Days skillfully use a back-and-forth timeline to tell their stories. 56 Days jumps around within the 56-day period to reveal the events between Oliver and Ciara, and similarly, True Detective season 1 weaves between the past experiences of its complex characters and how those experiences affect them in the present.

The first season of True Detective is a dark and intense crime drama that also works as a captivating psychological thriller, with subtle hints of Lovecraftian horror. It’s more unusual and disturbing than other shows in the genre, but its clever, layered storytelling significantly impacted 56 Days and many similar series that followed.

The Hunting Wives

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Inspired by May Cobb’s novel, The Hunting Wives shares more in common with the style of 56 Days than the first season of True Detective. Simply put, this new Netflix thriller, arriving in 2025, is a wildly entertaining, over-the-top, and somewhat guilty pleasure that dives into the complicated relationships of its main characters.

With a strong performance from Brittany Snow as Sophie, the new resident of Maple Brook, Texas, The Hunting Wives reveals the secrets of a group of outwardly perfect suburban housewives—including affairs, drug use, and ultimately, murder. Think Desperate Housewives meets Sharp Objects – it’s the most entertaining series here, and a great choice if you enjoyed 56 Days.

The Girlfriend

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While many psychological thrillers come from books, the 2025 series The Girlfriend shares a lot with 56 Days beyond that. Similar to 56 Days, The Girlfriend, starring Olivia Cooke, significantly changes the plot of its original novel – and the changes actually make for a more compelling show.

In the film The Girlfriend, Cooke plays Cherry, a captivating woman who seems to be using her charm to pursue the wealthy and innocent doctor, Daniel. However, Daniel’s mother, Laura (played by Robin Wright), is fiercely protective and unwilling to let go of her son, creating a tense and complex dynamic.

Okay, so picture this: the movie sets up a really fun, slightly over-the-top psychological thriller where honestly, you’re never quite sure who the ‘good guy’ is. It reminded me a bit of 56 Days in that it constantly switches between the viewpoints of these two really flawed characters. It’s clever because your feelings keep changing, and you’re guessing until the very last moment who you should be rooting for – it keeps you totally hooked!

Tell Me Lies

At first glance, Hulu’s Tell Me Lies might appear less intense than other shows in this group. Though it shares similarities with stories like Donna Tartt’s The Secret History and Bret Easton Ellis’ The Rules of Attraction, focusing on the misbehavior of privileged college students, Tell Me Lies is unique in that it doesn’t involve any murders.

Don’t be misled by appearances. The main character in Tell Me Lies is potentially more problematic than Joe Goldberg from You, and the constant lies and betrayals between the characters make their relationships seem stable in comparison. This Hulu series fits well alongside shows like 56 Days, His & Hers, and You.

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2026-02-24 22:21