WatchTree Recommendations
If you were captivated by the sleek, 1960s‑styled deceit of Netflix’s RIPLEY, you’ll find a quartet of series that each echo its seductive blend of crime, psychology, and high‑stakes drama. From the freshly released mind‑bender The Beast in Me, to the beloved period caper The Artful Dodger, the gritty family‑secret thriller Safe, and the con‑man’s masterclass Sneaky Pete, these four picks span the spectrum of new, classic, audience‑favorite, and fail‑proof storytelling.
Together they form a curated journey: The Beast in Me pushes the envelope with a contemporary, grief‑laden cat‑and‑mouse that feels like a modern sibling to Ripley’s scheming. The Artful Dodger revisits the timeless allure of a charismatic swindler, reimagined in colonial Australia with cinematic flair. Safe grounds the high‑concept intrigue in raw, emotional stakes, reminding viewers that the most dangerous secrets often lie closest to home. Finally, Sneaky Pete delivers the ultimate cheat‑code for con‑artist fans, marrying clever heists with a dysfunctional family dynamic that feels both fresh and comfortingly familiar. Whether you crave fresh suspense, classic charm, or a guaranteed crowd‑pleaser, this lineup promises to keep you riveted long after the final credit rolls.
A grifter in 1960s New York is hired to convince a wealthy man's son to return home from Italy and begins a life of deceit, fraud and murder.
These recommendations branch out from RIPLEY with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.
drama • mystery
Why Watch Next
The Beast in Me offers a brand‑new, high‑tension mind game that mirrors Ripley’s blend of deception and murder, making it a perfect follow‑up for fans craving fresh psychological drama.
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Overview
A famous author is pulled into a twisted mind game with her rich, powerful new neighbor — who might be a murderer.
drama • crime • action_adventure
Why Watch Next
The Artful Dodger revives a beloved literary rogue in a period‑driven, action‑packed saga, delivering the same charismatic con‑artist allure that made Ripley’s protagonist so compelling.
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Overview
It's a tale of reinvention, betrayal, redemption, and love with a twist. Jack Dawkins is The Artful Dodger, whose pickpocketing fingers have become the skilled hands of a surgeon. He is torn between an impossible love and the criminal underworld he secretly craves. This will require Artfulness.
drama • crime • mystery
Why Watch Next
Safe’s dark, slow‑burn investigation into hidden crimes and parental desperation resonates with Ripley’s themes of identity and betrayal, offering a crowd‑pleasing, emotionally charged ride.
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Overview
After his daughter goes missing, a widower begins uncovering the dark secrets of the people closest to him.
drama • crime
Why Watch Next
Sneaky Pete is the quintessential con‑artist series, blending clever scams with family drama, and stands as an infallible choice for anyone enamored with Ripley’s manipulative intrigue.
Where to Watch
Overview
A con man on the run from a vicious gangster takes cover from his past by assuming the identity of his prison cellmate, Pete, “reuniting” with Pete’s estranged family, a colorful, dysfunctional group that threatens to drag him into a world just as dangerous as the one he’s trying to escape - and, just maybe, give him a taste of the loving family he’s never had.
Looking for familiar faces? These picks include performers connected to RIPLEY.
Why It’s Relevant
Fleabag’s darkly comedic tone and exploration of grief and guilt echo the psychological intensity of RIPLEY, while Andrew Scott’s standout performance adds depth.
Why It’s Relevant
This suspenseful mystery about a missing child mirrors the kidnapping tension of RIPLEY, delivering a gripping thriller that showcases Dakota Fanning’s dramatic range.
Why It’s Relevant
The Pursuit of Love offers a dramatic, character‑driven story about obsession and desire, resonating with RIPLEY’s themes of fixation, and showcases Scott in a compelling supporting role.
Why It’s Relevant
While shifting to sci‑fi action, this series still explores high‑stakes sacrifice and intense conflict, offering a fresh genre showcase for Fanning’s talent.
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