9 Must-Watch Harlan Coben's TV Series Ranked

9. The Woods

The Woods centers on a cold case from 1994 surrounding a boy and girl who go missing while at summer camp. The series takes place 25 years later and follows the girl’s brother, Pawel Kopinski, as he investigates their disappearance. Despite its uneven pacing, The Woods presents a compelling storytelling style and intriguing characters.

Hubert Milkowski as Young Pawel in The Woods.

8. Shelter

Shelter centers on Mickey Bolitar, a New Jersey high schooler who begins investigating the disappearance of a fellow student after peculiar events surrounding his father raise questions. Despite its struggle to be consistent, Shelter is an enjoyable binge-watch with an undeniably fun and intriguing plot.

Adrian Greensmith, Jaden Michael, and Abby Corrigan in Shelter.

7. No Second Chance

No Second Chance follows Alice as she embarks on a desperate quest to recover her kidnapped daughter after a violent home intrusion leaves her savagely attacked. Assisted by a team of detectives, Alice unravels a tragic family history at the center of an intricate global operation. No Second Chance offers a captivating narrative, although the concluding moments may leave some room for improvement.

Alexandra Lamy as Alice Lambert in No Second Chance.

6. Just One Look

Just One Look centers on spouses, Eva and Bastien, whose world upends when Bastien disappears. While the plot struggles to remain cohesive, Virginie Ledoyen’s performance as Eva is extraordinary, making it a binge-worthy watch that will entertain even if it doesn’t always make sense.

Thierry Neuvic as Bastien Beaufils in Just One Look.

5. The Stranger

Starring the affable Richard Armitage, The Stranger follows a man whose life implodes after a mysterious woman reveals upsetting secrets about his wife. The series benefits from outstanding performances and its dark humor, with a plot that is intriguing even if it isn’t anything particularly new.

Richard Armitage and Shaun Dooley in The Stranger.

4. Stay Close

In the rip-roaring eight-episode thriller Stay Close, Megan Pierce's past secrets threaten to disrupt her life when a young man goes missing, leading his affluent father to enlist killers for his retrieval. Stay Close utilizes its ensemble cast of comedians for a captivating and humorous narrative, ensuring that the eight-episode journey is truly worthwhile.

James Nesbitt as Michael Broome and Sarah Parish as Lorraine Griggs look at each other at the carnival in Stay Close.

3. Safe

Safe follows Tom, a widowed father whose life unravels as he realizes his seemingly secure neighborhood harbors unimaginable criminals. Infused with Harlan Coben's dark humor, the series explores the irony of a gated community's facade and offers an intriguing and enjoyable script.

Michael C. Hall and Audrey Fleurot in Safe promotional art.

2. The Innocent

The Innocent emerges as a strong contender for one of Harlan Coben's finest works, tracing the journey of an ex-convict and lawyer in search of revenge and answers following his wife's disappearance. The series weaves a narrative rich in substance, creating a story that intertwines closure with redemption.

Mario Casas in The Innocent.

1. Fool Me Once

Fool Me Once stands as the zenith of Harlan Coben's collection, weaving the harrowing tale around Maya's pursuit of truth following the death of both her sister and husband. Its brilliance is underscored by a stellar ensemble featuring Michelle Keegan, Richard Armitage, and others. With only eight episodes to fill out the series, this must-watch is easily binge-able.

Emmett J Scanlan as Shane Tessier and Michelle Keegan as Maya Stern in Fool Me Once episode 1