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Apple TV+ series 'Lucky' reviewed as formulaic thriller by Le Monde

opinion-review · 2026-07-20

Le Monde reviews the Apple TV+ series 'Lucky,' a seven-episode thriller created by Jonathan Tropper. The series follows a young heroine, played by Anya Taylor-Joy, who desperately tries to escape numerous people trying to kill her. The review criticizes the show as a 'thriller à grosses ficelles' (a thriller with obvious tricks), suggesting it relies on clichés and lacks originality. The series is available on Apple TV+.

Key facts

  • Series 'Lucky' is on Apple TV+
  • Created by Jonathan Tropper
  • Seven episodes
  • Starring Anya Taylor-Joy
  • Plot: young heroine tries to escape people who want to kill her
  • Reviewed by Le Monde
  • Review describes it as a 'thriller à grosses ficelles'

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  • Apple TV+
  • Le Monde

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