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Released only last month, The Accident has caught the attention of many Netflix subscribers for being able to blend the thrill of a murder mystery with intense family drama. It stars Ana Claudia Talancón, Eréndira Ibarra and Erick Elías, among others. In this show, when three children lose their lives during a bouncy castle mishap, their families are determined to find the person who is responsible.
The Accident, comprising 10 episodes, features plenty of unpredictable twists and turns that help move the narrative forward without giving away the suspense. The way it explores complex romantic relationships, family secrets and shocking revelations will remind viewers of Mexican telenovelas that are always high on drama and entertainment.
Viewers who enjoyed watching The Accident will find that the shows in this list are equally thrilling with enough drama to keep them invested till the very end.
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Triptych, Perfect Family and five other shows like The Accident that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats
1) The Disappearance (2017)
In The Accident, three families come undone when their children die after a bouncy castle becomes airborne. Likewise, in The Disappearance, the Sullivan family is tested when 10-year-old Anthony Sullivan goes missing during a birthday treasure hunt. As the investigation progresses, dark family secrets come unraveled.
This Canadian miniseries, containing only six episodes, stars Peter Coyote, Camille Sullivan, Aden Young and others. The Disappearance puts the spotlight on destructive family dynamics that usually leave a lasting impact on young children. The intelligent narrative complemented by the well-developed characters helps create a thrilling viewing experience that fans of the genre will enjoy.
Where to watch: The Disappearance can be viewed on Prime Video.
2) The Accident (2019)
The title is not the only thing this British show has in common with the recently released The Accident. In both shows, an accident, seemingly unintentional, leads to the loss of innocent lives. Like The Accident, families in this 2019 show are grieving but are also quite adamant about finding answers regarding what exactly happened on the day of the accident.
It stars Sarah Lancashire, Mark Lewis Jones, Sidse Babett Knudsen and others. The character-driven narrative includes many layers to the storytelling that viewers will enjoy. However, it's important to note that The Accident does tackle serious issues including domestic violence which means that certain scenes may be difficult to watch.
Where to watch: This four-episode show is available for streaming on Hulu, Prime Video and Apple TV+.
3) Who Killed Sara (2021)
Like The Accident, Who Killed Sara is a Mexican thriller that boasts generous helpings of suspense and drama. Manolo Cardona plays Álex Guzmán who is wrongfully convicted of murdering his sister, Sara. After spending 18 years in prison, he's out for vengeance. Guzmán will stop at nothing to find the real killer. It contains three full seasons and 25 episodes in total.
One of the best things about Who Killed Sara is its unpredictable narrative that keeps the viewer guessing. It also helps that the show is fast-paced, which means that there is something exciting happening in every episode. Cardona, in particular, deserves credit for making Guzmán's character interesting and endearing so that viewers feel invested in his journey.
Where to watch: Who Killed Sara is available on Netflix.
4) A Nearly Normal Family (2023)
Fans of The Accident would agree that family drama and dynamics play a large role in the show's narrative. In a similar fashion, A Nearly Normal Family also explores the lengths a family is willing to go to in order to protect each other.
Alexandra Karlsson Tyrefors plays Stella Sandell with two adoring parents, Adam and Ulrika, portrayed by Björn Bengtsson and Lo Kauppi respectively. Their perfectly normal family life starts to crumble when Stella is accused of murder.
Based on a book by M.T. Edvardsson, this Swedish show may seem easy to predict on the surface but contains multiple shocking twists that will keep viewers guessing. Like The Accident, A Nearly Normal Family is a treat to watch because of the engaging and believable characters.
Where to watch: This six-episode show can be streamed on Netflix.
5) Triptych (2023)
The Accident hooks viewers right from the start with the shocking bouncy castle mishap. Triptych also showcases a surprising turn of events right at the beginning which increases audience anticipation.
Aleida Trujano, portrayed by Maite Perroni, is a forensics expert. When she's assigned to investigate a murder, she realizes that the victim looks exactly like her. Aleida then makes up her mind to probe into her past and find the truth about her origins.
Fans of the show have praised Perroni for being able to skillfully pull off multiple roles with such distinctive personalities. Similar to The Accident, the well-paced narrative of this thrilling show has plenty of surprising twists that the audience will not be able to see coming.
Where to watch: Triptych, containing eight episodes, is available for streaming on Netflix.
6) The Perfect Couple (2024)
When there are several suspects with plausible motives, it is never easy to narrow down the culprit as is evident in The Accident. In fact, the recently released The Perfect Couple also utilizes the same storytelling method to keep viewers in suspense.
The cast has big names attached, including Nicole Kidman, Dakota Fanning, Liev Schreiber and Eve Hewson. The story revolves around a murder that derails a lavish wedding when everyone becomes a suspect. The six-episode show is an adaptation of Elin Hilderbrand's 2018 novel.
Aesthetic locales, eccentric characters portrayed by talented actors, and intelligent dialogue help make The Perfect Couple entertaining and addictive. It suffers from some common genre clichés but still presents a refreshing narrative that explores entitlement, overindulgence, family dynamics and more.
Where to watch: The Perfect Couple can be viewed on Netflix.
7) Perfect Family (2024)
Korean dramas, like Mexican thrillers, never disappoint in terms of dramatic narratives. Like The Accident, Perfect Family also explores complex family dynamics that may appear perfect on the surface but are far from it in actuality.
In this show, Park Ju-hyun plays Choi Seon-hee. She lives with her parents, Ha Eun-joo and Choi Jin-hyuk, portrayed by Yoon Se-ah and Kim Byung-chul. They seem to be the very definition of an ideal family. However, things start to spiral when Seon-hee's best friend is murdered.
Like The Accident, this 12-episode K-drama builds the suspense so well that one can never truly guess where the actual blame lies. Viewers should particularly look out for Yoon Se-ah and Kim Byung-chul, as their chemistry and believable performances help elevate the narrative.
Where to watch: Perfect Family is available on Viki and Plex.
Everyone who has binge-watched The Accident should put these titles on their 2024 watchlist as they bring the best of drama and mystery.
