Sarah Snook Kidnapping Thriller ‘All Her Fault’ Is a Middling Entry in the Rich Mom Mystery Genre: TV Review

Sarah Snook’s Kidnapping Thriller ‘All Her Fault’ Review

Sarah Snook returns to television after Succession with All Her Fault, a Peacock kidnapping thriller that serves as a moderate addition to the rich mom mystery genre.

Character Comparison

The protagonist, Marissa Irvine, bears superficial similarities to Siobhan Roy, another character portrayed by Snook. Both women are wealthy — Marissa being a self-made wealth manager in Chicago — and favor elegant, neutral-toned wardrobes with cocoon-like outerwear. However, Marissa is primarily defined by her role as a mother, a stage Shiv from Succession had only begun to consider.

Plot Overview

The story, adapted by creator Megan Gallagher from Andrea Mara’s 2021 novel, begins with Marissa attempting to pick up her 5-year-old son, Milo, from a playdate, only to find him missing. This sets off a kidnapping drama that embodies every parent's worst fear.

“All Her Fault does allow Snook to emote with all her might, sobbing with panic and gasping in horror as Marissa’s quest to find Milo takes its inevitable twists and turns.”

For Snook, who also executive produces the series, this role offers a tailored showcase following her breakout success on HBO's hit.

Summary

All Her Fault delivers a suspenseful but somewhat predictable story centered on motherhood and a desperate search for a missing child, highlighting Sarah Snook’s powerful performance.

Author’s note: The series showcases Snook’s range through a tense, emotional thriller that explores deep parental fears within the framework of a wealthy suburban mystery.

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Variety Variety — 2025-11-06

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