A True Story That's Got Everyone Talking

Netflix has a new favorite show, and it's all about a real-life crime story. "Love & Death" is a miniseries starring Elizabeth Olsen. It first came out on HBO Max in April 2023 and then moved to Netflix on December 1, 2025. Now, it's ranking high on Netflix's Top 10 shows in the U. S. for the week of December 1–7. The show is about Candy Montgomery, a housewife from Wylie, Texas, in the 1970s. She had an affair with a man from her church, and things got really bad. The story ends with a big trial. Elizabeth Olsen plays Candy, and she's amazing in the role. The cast also includes Jesse Plemons, Lily Rabe, and other well-known actors. Critics have mixed feelings about the show. On Rotten Tomatoes, it has a 63% score. They say Elizabeth Olsen is great, but the story isn't very different from other true-crime shows. However, Jesse Plemons got an Emmy nomination for his role. The audience loves the show, giving it an 88% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The show is based on a true story, which makes it even more interesting. It's a crime drama, but it also has elements of romance and tragedy. The way the story is told keeps viewers hooked. It's not just about the crime; it's about the people involved and how their lives change.