Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard about Netflix’s extremely successful limited series Fool Me Once. The mystery/thriller is based on a book of the same name penned by Harlan Coben. The show was a huge success, securing a spot in Netflix’s ‘Top 10.’ Given how much fans enjoyed the series, Netflix has decided to try their luck with another Harlan Coben original.
Past Success
Fool Me Once wasn’t the first time Netflix made an adaptation of one of Harlan Coben’s mysteries. The network first collaborated with the author in 2018 for the series Safe. They then went on to work together for another seven shows, including The Stranger, Stay Close, and, of course, 2024’s Fool Me Once. All these shows were relatively successful, so it’s no surprise that Netflix wants to work with Coben again.
The Announcement
Fans of Fool Me Once will be delighted to learn that Netflix is working on not one, but two more Harlan Coben series. The network took to social media to announce, “Following the recent success of Fool Me Once (Top 10 in 91 countries!) we’re excited to announce two new @HarlanCoben limited series adaptations… MISSING YOU will begin production this spring, and will then be followed by RUN AWAY.” As with all of Coben’s other work, both Missing You and Run Away are mysteries that revolve around crime and grief.
We’ll certainly be watching! Will you?