Emmy Rossum Returns to TV in Hulu’s Crime Thriller ‘Furious’
Emmy Rossum is back on the small screen with a gripping new role in Furious, a crime drama series that premiered on Hulu on July 27, 2026. The show, created by Elizabeth Meriwether (known for New Girl and The Dropout), is inspired by the 1987 film Black Widow. Rossum stars as FBI agent Alice Black, who hunts a methodical serial killer, blurring the lines between justice and revenge. The series marks Rossum’s first regular TV role in three years, following her acclaimed run on Shameless.nnFurious is a crime drama and thriller that explores the psychological cat-and-mouse game between an FBI agent and a cold-blooded killer. The narrative unfolds on a double track, following two women with opposing visions of justice. Rossum’s character, Alice Black, is determined to stop the killer, but as the investigation deepens, she finds herself confronting her own moral boundaries. The series promises a tense, character-driven story that questions how far one can go in the pursuit of justice.nnThe show features a strong supporting cast, including Lola Petticrew, Quincy Tyler Bernstine, and Scoot McNairy. It is executive produced by Meriwether, Rossum, Ronald Bass (who wrote the original Black Widow), Brian Kirk, Matt Olmstead, and Sam Hoffman. With a runtime of 50–54 minutes per episode, the first season consists of three episodes, setting the stage for a tightly woven narrative. The series is produced by Searchlight Television and 20th Television, with music by Ariel Marx.nnFurious is now available to stream on Hulu and Disney+, offering a fresh take on the FBI thriller genre. Critics have praised Rossum’s performance and the show’s atmospheric tension. As the series unfolds, viewers can expect a compelling exploration of the fragile boundary between law and vengeance, making it a must-watch for fans of crime dramas.
Shimanta Das 
