Sarah Snook Returns in ‘All Her Fault’
Sarah Snook makes her television comeback after “Succession” with the Peacock thriller All Her Fault, a middling yet intriguing addition to the affluent-mother mystery genre. The series blends psychological tension with a parent’s deepest fear — a missing child.
Character and Story Overview
The protagonist, Marissa Irvine, shares surface traits with Siobhan Roy — both portrayed by the Australian actor known for bringing complex women to life. Yet while Shiv was an entitled heir, Marissa is a self-made wealth manager from Chicago who values her role as a mother above all.
The story begins when Marissa arrives to collect her five-year-old son, Milo (played by Duke McCloud), from a playdate — only to discover he’s missing. What follows is a tense kidnapping mystery that tests her resilience and maternal instincts.
Adaptation and Themes
Created by Megan Gallagher, the series adapts Andrea Mara’s 2021 novel into a tightly wound drama about privilege, fear, and identity. Snook not only stars but also executive produces, using the role as her first major lead since “Succession.”
“All Her Fault” isn’t to be confused with “All’s Fair,” another female-centered series debuting the same week.
Performance and Impression
Snook’s portrayal leans on emotional intensity, with scenes of panic and desperation anchoring the series’ suspense. Despite a predictable structure, her performance provides depth, making an otherwise standard thriller emotionally effective.
Author’s Summary: A restrained but tense thriller driven by Sarah Snook’s layered performance, All Her Fault explores maternal anxiety within the gloss of modern privilege.