Michelle Keegan celebrates astonishing new record for her Netflix show as she eyes move to Hollywood
MICHELLE Keegan’s hit Netflix drama Fool Me Once has been watched almost 100million times around the globe.
The streaming giant today revealed that their adaptation of the Harlan Coben thriller has been their biggest UK hit of 2024 so far.
Netflix issued a report to shareholders boasting about the success of the show fronted by former Coronation street star Michelle, 36, who is expected to make more dramas for the streaming service.
A TV insider said: “Netflix is thrilled by the response to Fool Me Once and the appreciation of the drama’s leading lady.
“They now see Michelle as a rising star in the Netflix firmament, and will be hoping she can attract the same viewing figures for her future projects.”
The Sun exclusively revealed in January that Michelle was about to be offered a multi-million pound deal with Netflix.
Fool Me Once — released in January — saw Michelle play ex-Army pilot Maya Stern, as she struggled to cope with the death of husband Joe, played by The Hobbit star Richard Armitage.
It has been watched 98.3million times — almost 900,000 a day.
Guy Ritchie’s comedy drama The Gentlemen was close behind with 60million views in six weeks.
Third was romance One Day with 36million views and comedian Ricky Gervais’ Armageddon stand-up was fourth at 12.7million.
