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‘Underrated' 90s thriller compared to Criminal Minds is coming to Netflix
A 90s thriller that was branded 'utterly unmissable' is finally being added to Netflix in just a few days.
Copycat was released in October 1995, and followed agoraphobic criminal psychologist Dr Helen Hudson who offers to help police officers investigate a string of murders inspired by notorious serial killers.
However, things take a turn when she realizes that the murderer is stalking her, basing his killings on a lecture she once gave.
Sigourney Weaver led an all-star cast as Dr Helen, alongside Dermot Mulroney, Harry Connick Jr and Holly Hunter, with Jon Amiel serving as director.
Nearly 30 years on from the premiere, the psychological flick is now coming to Netflix on Sunday, June 15, perfect for the next movie night.
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Copycat currently commands an impressive critics Rotten Tomatoes score of 76%, compared to a slightly less ranking of 64% from the audience.
Fans have been raving about the film on the platform, as Gabe R penned: 'Copycat's extremely intelligent twists and plot keeps you on the edge of your seat, and the amazing cast and score makes the movie even better.'
'If you like Criminal Minds you will love this movie,' an anonymous reviewer insisted.
Ulli M penned: 'An underrated 90's thriller, great cast and score.
As Alan P added: 'Utterly unmissable serial killer thriller with two of the finest actresses ever.. whilst the subject might not be for everyone, the way it's told is supremely entertaining and the end result is nothing short of magnificent.'
Sigourney won praise for her efforts as a murder expert who became agoraphobic after an attack, but overcame her battles to help track down a gruesome serial killer.
However, she previously shed light on how filming such a tough role took a huge toll on her life, claiming that she was 'often a basket case' during production.
Last year, Harry – who starred as the vile murderer – unpacked his time on set and shared that the actress actually avoided him on set.
'Sigourney Weaver, she's so unbelievable. She wouldn't talk to me,' he recalled during an appearance on SiriusXM's The Jess Cagle Show with Julia Cunningham. More Trending
'I didn't meet her till the premiere. She would not— every time I came around, she went the other way. She was like, 'I don't want to be around that guy!'
'I remembered what it was like to be in high school.'
Copycat will be available to stream on Netflix from June 15.
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