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Check out the trailer for Prime Video’s sexy new thriller ‘The Girlfriend’

Check out the trailer for Prime Video’s sexy new thriller ‘The Girlfriend’

The new drama series starring Robin Wright and Olivia Cooke is coming to Prime Video this fall.

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The Girlfriend is coming to Amazon Prime Video starting on Sept. 10.

Is it just a little harmless jealousy, or do suspicions run deep for a reason? That’s the journey Robin Wright’s character Laura must take in “The Girlfriend,” a new thriller series coming to Prime Video in September. The series follows a woman who suspects that her son’s girlfriend is more than she appears, and challenges the audience to see between the lines and lend their own perspective to what unfolds in front of them. We’ve got all of the details about the series ahead of its debut here!

Everything you need to know about ‘The Girlfriend’

When does ‘The Girlfriend’ premiere?

“The Girlfriend” will be landing on Prime Video on Wednesday, Sept. 10. All six episodes will be released to the streamer on that date.

Will ‘The Girlfriend’ stream for free?

If you’re a new customer to Prime Video, it sure will. Prime Video is available as a benefit of the Amazon Prime service, which offers a 30-day free trial to all new subscribers. Using this, you can binge-watch “The Girlfriend” and anything else in the streamer’s library at no cost for your first month before having to pay the full price for Amazon Prime.

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Watch a trailer for ‘The Girlfriend’

What is ‘The Girlfriend’ about?

“The Girlfriend” is a thriller series that centers on what looks to be an idyllic family. Matriarch Laura has a fantastic career, a devoted husband, and a fantastic relationship with her son Daniel. But it all begins to fall apart when Daniel brings home a new girlfriend named Cherry, who changes just about everything.

From their first meeting, Laura senses something is off about Cherry. What is she hiding? Is she a grasping and ambitious climber who will stop at nothing to dig her claws into someone above her station, or is it just Laura’s paranoia working overtime?

Who stars in ‘The Girlfriend’?

“The Girlfriend” stars Robin Wright as Laura, Olivia Cooke as Cherry, and Laurie Davidson as Daniel. Additional cast includes Waleed Zuaiter as Howard, Tanya Moodie as Isabella, Shalom Brune-Franklin as Brigitte, Karen Henthorn as Tracey, Anna Chancellor as Lilith, Leo Suter as Nicholas, and Francesca Corney as Millie.

Check out preview images from ‘The Girlfriend’

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Is ‘The Girlfriend’ based on a book?

Yes, “The Girlfriend” is based on the 2017 novel of the same name by Michelle Frances. The novel was nominated for the CrimeFest: Sounds of Crime Award in 2018.

The Girlfriend

September 10, 2025

Laura has it all: a glittering career, a loving husband, and her precious son, Daniel. But her perfect life unravels when Daniel brings home Cherry, a girlfriend who changes everything. After a tense introduction, Laura becomes convinced Cherry is hiding something. Is she a manipulative social climber, or is Laura just paranoid? The truth is a matter of perspective.

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David Satin has been a dedicated News Writer at The Streamable since 2022, covering a wide range of stories in the entertainment and streaming industries. With years of experience writing online, David previously worked as a list writer for Screen Rant, where he gained recognition for his extensive coverage of sci-fi and fantasy genres. His ability to break and analyze major stories has made him a trusted voice in the streaming world. Over the course of his career, Satin has become an integral part of The Streamable team, contributing to some of the most impactful stories in the industry.
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