The newly released trailer forCaughtteases the latestHarlan Coben adaptation coming to Netflix. Filmed against the scenic backdrop of Patagonia, Argentina, the upcoming six-episode miniseries marks the first-ever Latin American adaptation of the bestselling work from the mystery and thriller novelist. Netflix’s ongoing collaboration with Coben has sparked a long line of successful TV adaptations, includingFool Me Once,Stay Close, and most recentlyMissing You, which topped Netflix’s Global Top 10 for English-language series upon its release earlier this year.Caughtis set to premiere on March 26.
Now,Netflixhas releasedthe first official trailer forCaught, which follows investigative journalist Ema Garay, played by Soledad Villamil, as she builds her reputation by exposing criminals who evade justice. Her latest case takes a dark and unexpected turn when she meets Leo Mercer (Juan Minujín), a respected social worker who becomes the prime suspect in her investigation into the disappearance of a 16-year-old girl. Watch the full trailer below:
What Caught’s Official Trailer Means
Netflix Expands Its Harlan Coben Universe
Set in the city of Bariloche, the trailer forCaughtpromises a tense and immersive mystery filled with Coben’s signature secrets and twists. As Ema (Villamil) digs deeper into her missing person case, the line between truth and deception blurs, putting both her career and life at risk. Netflix’s creative deal with Coben currently includes 13 planned adaptations.Caughtis one of three thrilling mysteries based on the author’s books coming to Netflix soon, along with the James Nesbitt-led adaptation ofRun Awayand the US-basedI Will Find You.
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Caughtis directed by Miguel Cohan (Blood Will Tell, No Return) and Hernán Goldfrid (The Bronze Garden, Thesis on a Homicide), with Coben serving as an executive producer. The newest serieswill star Villamil and Minujín alongside Alberto Ammann, Matías Recalt, Fernán Mirás, Mike Amigorena, and Carmela Rivero. Theending ofMissing Youleft some viewers divided, butCaughthas the opportunity to become the next global hit in Netflix’s Harlan Coben lineupwith a fresh and gripping mystery in a brand-new setting.
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A Good Ending Could Set Caught Apart
WhileFool Me OnceandMissing Youreceived lukewarm reviews from critics, they were nonetheless massive viewership hits.Caughthas an opportunity to improve on past shortcomings by delivering a mystery that not only thrills but can land its ending. Previous Coben TV shows likeThe Innocent,which boasts a 100% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, arguably had the most satisfying conclusion of any Coben series with the right mix of pulp and strong character arcs. Whether it follows suit as the next breakout hit remains to be seen, but clearly Netflix isn’t done betting on Coben just yet.
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Caught follows reporter Ema Garay as she rises in digital journalism by capturing elusive criminals in Bariloche, Argentina. Her investigation into a missing teenager leads to Leo Mercer, a social worker and prime suspect. As Ema seeks the truth, she faces unexpected personal challenges.
