The Girlfriend (TV series)
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The Girlfriend is a psychological thriller television miniseries for Amazon Prime Video directed by Robin Wright and Andrea Harkin. Based on Michelle Frances' novel, the miniseries stars Robin Wright, Olivia Cooke, and Laurie Davidson. It premiered on 10 September 2025.
Infobox
Genre
Psychological thriller
Created by
Naomi Sheldon Gabbie Asher
Based on
The Girlfriendby Michelle Frances
Starring
mw- Robin Wright Olivia Cooke Laurie Davidson Waleed Zuaiter Tanya Moodie Shalom Brune-Franklin Leo Suter Naomi Sheldon Karen Henthorn Francesca Corney Ben Miles Marina Bye Anna Chancellor
Music by
Ruth Barrett
Country of origin
United Kingdom United States
Original language
English
No. of series
1
No. of episodes
6
Executive producers
Robin Wright Will Tennant Phil Robertson Caroline Norris Michelle Frances Gabbie Asher Dave Clarke John Zois María Cabello Jonathan Cavendish
Producers
Jonathan Cavendish Caroline Norris
Cinematography
Mattias Nyberg Paul Morris
Editors
Mark Davis Mags Arnold Marc Richardson Alex Mackie
Running time
45–52 minutes
Production companies
The Imaginarium Amazon MGM Studios
Network
Amazon Prime Video
Release
10 September 2025 (2025-09-10)
Tables
· Episodes
1
1
No.
1
Title
Episode 1
Directed by
Robin Wright
Written by
Naomi SheldonGabbie Asher
Original release date
10 September 2025 (2025-09-10)
Laura Sanderson, a wealthy art gallery owner in London, is introduced to her son Daniel's new girlfriend, Cherry Laine, a real estate agent. Laura greets her warmly, though she is immediately struck by differences between Cherry’s working-class background and their own lifestyle. Over dinner, Cherry tries to make a good impression, sharing stories about her work and interests, while Laura listens closely. Laura begins to notice small inconsistencies in Cherry’s accounts of her education and experiences, which cause her to grow wary. Later, Laura observes further details that increase her unease: she comes across a piece of jewellery in Cherry’s bag similar to her own and witnesses Cherry arguing heatedly with a man from her past. From Cherry's perspective, Laura is rather cold and distant. Although Daniel appears comfortable with the relationship, Laura becomes increasingly suspicious of Cherry’s motives and honesty.
Laura Sanderson, a wealthy art gallery owner in London, is introduced to her son Daniel's new girlfriend, Cherry Laine, a real estate agent. Laura greets her warmly, though she is immediately struck by differences between Cherry’s working-class background and their own lifestyle. Over dinner, Cherry tries to make a good impression, sharing stories about her work and interests, while Laura listens closely. Laura begins to notice small inconsistencies in Cherry’s accounts of her education and experiences, which cause her to grow wary. Later, Laura observes further details that increase her unease: she comes across a piece of jewellery in Cherry’s bag similar to her own and witnesses Cherry arguing heatedly with a man from her past. From Cherry's perspective, Laura is rather cold and distant. Although Daniel appears comfortable with the relationship, Laura becomes increasingly suspicious of Cherry’s motives and honesty.
No.
Laura Sanderson, a wealthy art gallery owner in London, is introduced to her son Daniel's new girlfriend, Cherry Laine, a real estate agent. Laura greets her warmly, though she is immediately struck by differences between Cherry’s working-class background and their own lifestyle. Over dinner, Cherry tries to make a good impression, sharing stories about her work and interests, while Laura listens closely. Laura begins to notice small inconsistencies in Cherry’s accounts of her education and experiences, which cause her to grow wary. Later, Laura observes further details that increase her unease: she comes across a piece of jewellery in Cherry’s bag similar to her own and witnesses Cherry arguing heatedly with a man from her past. From Cherry's perspective, Laura is rather cold and distant. Although Daniel appears comfortable with the relationship, Laura becomes increasingly suspicious of Cherry’s motives and honesty.
2
2
No.
2
Title
Episode 2
Directed by
Robin Wright
Written by
Marek HornPolly Cavendish
Original release date
10 September 2025 (2025-09-10)
Daniel invites Cherry to spend a holiday with his family in Spain. Although he offers to pay for a business-class flight, Cherry books a cheaper ticket and uses the extra money to shop, later changing her clothes at the airport to preserve appearances. When she arrives, Cherry meets Laura, Howard, and Laura's friend Isabella and her daughter, Daniel's childhood friend, Brigitte, who had a past intimate relationship with Daniel, which unsettles Cherry. During the holiday, Cherry struggles to fit in. She plays tennis with Brigitte and Daniel and accidentally hits Brigitte with a shot, leading to tension. Cherry worries about Laura’s disapproval, especially after Laura discovers inconsistencies in Cherry’s story, such as her flight details. Cherry bonds with Howard, Daniel's father, who opens up about the loss of their infant daughter Rose before Daniel's birth. Later, Daniel and Cherry go for a bike ride and stop at a natural pool, bonding and sharing histories; Cherry turns off Daniel’s phone to avoid Laura’s constant messages. On a yacht day, Cherry falls into the water after losing her balance while paddleboarding. Laura jumps in and rescues her, though Cherry had concealed that she cannot swim. This leads to a moment of connection between Cherry and Laura, who begin to soften towards one another. However, at a wine-tasting event the next day, Laura sees a viral video featuring a prank at Nicholas and his wife Millie's wedding, realises Cherry lied about some details, and confronts her, with both women now keen to secure Daniel’s allegiance.
Daniel invites Cherry to spend a holiday with his family in Spain. Although he offers to pay for a business-class flight, Cherry books a cheaper ticket and uses the extra money to shop, later changing her clothes at the airport to preserve appearances. When she arrives, Cherry meets Laura, Howard, and Laura's friend Isabella and her daughter, Daniel's childhood friend, Brigitte, who had a past intimate relationship with Daniel, which unsettles Cherry. During the holiday, Cherry struggles to fit in. She plays tennis with Brigitte and Daniel and accidentally hits Brigitte with a shot, leading to tension. Cherry worries about Laura’s disapproval, especially after Laura discovers inconsistencies in Cherry’s story, such as her flight details. Cherry bonds with Howard, Daniel's father, who opens up about the loss of their infant daughter Rose before Daniel's birth. Later, Daniel and Cherry go for a bike ride and stop at a natural pool, bonding and sharing histories; Cherry turns off Daniel’s phone to avoid Laura’s constant messages. On a yacht day, Cherry falls into the water after losing her balance while paddleboarding. Laura jumps in and rescues her, though Cherry had concealed that she cannot swim. This leads to a moment of connection between Cherry and Laura, who begin to soften towards one another. However, at a wine-tasting event the next day, Laura sees a viral video featuring a prank at Nicholas and his wife Millie's wedding, realises Cherry lied about some details, and confronts her, with both women now keen to secure Daniel’s allegiance.
No.
Daniel invites Cherry to spend a holiday with his family in Spain. Although he offers to pay for a business-class flight, Cherry books a cheaper ticket and uses the extra money to shop, later changing her clothes at the airport to preserve appearances. When she arrives, Cherry meets Laura, Howard, and Laura's friend Isabella and her daughter, Daniel's childhood friend, Brigitte, who had a past intimate relationship with Daniel, which unsettles Cherry. During the holiday, Cherry struggles to fit in. She plays tennis with Brigitte and Daniel and accidentally hits Brigitte with a shot, leading to tension. Cherry worries about Laura’s disapproval, especially after Laura discovers inconsistencies in Cherry’s story, such as her flight details. Cherry bonds with Howard, Daniel's father, who opens up about the loss of their infant daughter Rose before Daniel's birth. Later, Daniel and Cherry go for a bike ride and stop at a natural pool, bonding and sharing histories; Cherry turns off Daniel’s phone to avoid Laura’s constant messages. On a yacht day, Cherry falls into the water after losing her balance while paddleboarding. Laura jumps in and rescues her, though Cherry had concealed that she cannot swim. This leads to a moment of connection between Cherry and Laura, who begin to soften towards one another. However, at a wine-tasting event the next day, Laura sees a viral video featuring a prank at Nicholas and his wife Millie's wedding, realises Cherry lied about some details, and confronts her, with both women now keen to secure Daniel’s allegiance.
3
3
No.
3
Title
Episode 3
Directed by
Robin Wright
Written by
Ava Wong DaviesPolly Cavendish
Original release date
10 September 2025 (2025-09-10)
Daniel shows Laura the apartment he intends to move into with Cherry. Laura voices concern but Daniel insists on independence. Cherry grows anxious about Laura’s investigations into her past as Daniel’s birthday approaches. Laura contacts Nicholas and his wife Millie, who reveal troubling episodes from Cherry’s former relationship, including instability and a restraining order. Daniel, however, dismisses Laura’s warnings and sides with Cherry.
When the birthday trip begins, Cherry and Daniel visit Wintour's Leap, where Daniel proposes to Cherry, who happily accepts, and proceed to go rock climbing. During the climb, Daniel slips and sustains a serious head injury. He is rushed to hospital in critical condition. Laura and Howard arrive, tense and fearful. At the hospital, the prognosis looks dire: doctors tell Laura and Howard to prepare for the worst. Laura calls Cherry to inform her that Daniel has died—though at that moment Daniel is still alive and beginning to show signs of responsiveness.
Daniel shows Laura the apartment he intends to move into with Cherry. Laura voices concern but Daniel insists on independence. Cherry grows anxious about Laura’s investigations into her past as Daniel’s birthday approaches. Laura contacts Nicholas and his wife Millie, who reveal troubling episodes from Cherry’s former relationship, including instability and a restraining order. Daniel, however, dismisses Laura’s warnings and sides with Cherry.
When the birthday trip begins, Cherry and Daniel visit Wintour's Leap, where Daniel proposes to Cherry, who happily accepts, and proceed to go rock climbing. During the climb, Daniel slips and sustains a serious head injury. He is rushed to hospital in critical condition. Laura and Howard arrive, tense and fearful. At the hospital, the prognosis looks dire: doctors tell Laura and Howard to prepare for the worst. Laura calls Cherry to inform her that Daniel has died—though at that moment Daniel is still alive and beginning to show signs of responsiveness.
No.
Daniel shows Laura the apartment he intends to move into with Cherry. Laura voices concern but Daniel insists on independence. Cherry grows anxious about Laura’s investigations into her past as Daniel’s birthday approaches. Laura contacts Nicholas and his wife Millie, who reveal troubling episodes from Cherry’s former relationship, including instability and a restraining order. Daniel, however, dismisses Laura’s warnings and sides with Cherry.
When the birthday trip begins, Cherry and Daniel visit Wintour's Leap, where Daniel proposes to Cherry, who happily accepts, and proceed to go rock climbing. During the climb, Daniel slips and sustains a serious head injury. He is rushed to hospital in critical condition. Laura and Howard arrive, tense and fearful. At the hospital, the prognosis looks dire: doctors tell Laura and Howard to prepare for the worst. Laura calls Cherry to inform her that Daniel has died—though at that moment Daniel is still alive and beginning to show signs of responsiveness.
4
4
No.
4
Title
Episode 4
Directed by
Andrea Harkin
Written by
Isis DavisSmita Bhide
Original release date
10 September 2025 (2025-09-10)
Laura drives to Daniel and Cherry’s apartment intending to confess that Daniel is alive, after having told Cherry he died. She arrives to find Cherry tidying up, with signs that Daniel’s credit card has been used and that Cherry is wearing his clothing. Cherry asks about a funeral and Laura lies that there already was a small, private service. Laura then takes Daniel’s laptop, learns Cherry’s passwords, blocks Cherry from his social media, and alters his phone so messages from Cherry go to Laura instead. Meanwhile, Cherry, believing Daniel is dead, attempts to make sense of the situation: she buys a suit for the funeral with Daniel's credit card, continues to call and text him, and tries to find out where he is buried. Her apartment is cleared out, she is forced to move in with her mother, and she loses her real estate job after Laura hacks her professional account in an effort to distance her even further from Daniel. Meanwhile, Daniel is recovering in Spain under Laura’s care. When Cherry meets with a potential investor, Max Kader, and mentions Daniel’s death, she is shocked to see him alive in the same location, sitting in a restaurant with Laura.
Laura drives to Daniel and Cherry’s apartment intending to confess that Daniel is alive, after having told Cherry he died. She arrives to find Cherry tidying up, with signs that Daniel’s credit card has been used and that Cherry is wearing his clothing. Cherry asks about a funeral and Laura lies that there already was a small, private service. Laura then takes Daniel’s laptop, learns Cherry’s passwords, blocks Cherry from his social media, and alters his phone so messages from Cherry go to Laura instead. Meanwhile, Cherry, believing Daniel is dead, attempts to make sense of the situation: she buys a suit for the funeral with Daniel's credit card, continues to call and text him, and tries to find out where he is buried. Her apartment is cleared out, she is forced to move in with her mother, and she loses her real estate job after Laura hacks her professional account in an effort to distance her even further from Daniel. Meanwhile, Daniel is recovering in Spain under Laura’s care. When Cherry meets with a potential investor, Max Kader, and mentions Daniel’s death, she is shocked to see him alive in the same location, sitting in a restaurant with Laura.
No.
Laura drives to Daniel and Cherry’s apartment intending to confess that Daniel is alive, after having told Cherry he died. She arrives to find Cherry tidying up, with signs that Daniel’s credit card has been used and that Cherry is wearing his clothing. Cherry asks about a funeral and Laura lies that there already was a small, private service. Laura then takes Daniel’s laptop, learns Cherry’s passwords, blocks Cherry from his social media, and alters his phone so messages from Cherry go to Laura instead. Meanwhile, Cherry, believing Daniel is dead, attempts to make sense of the situation: she buys a suit for the funeral with Daniel's credit card, continues to call and text him, and tries to find out where he is buried. Her apartment is cleared out, she is forced to move in with her mother, and she loses her real estate job after Laura hacks her professional account in an effort to distance her even further from Daniel. Meanwhile, Daniel is recovering in Spain under Laura’s care. When Cherry meets with a potential investor, Max Kader, and mentions Daniel’s death, she is shocked to see him alive in the same location, sitting in a restaurant with Laura.
5
5
No.
5
Title
Episode 5
Directed by
Andrea Harkin
Written by
Helen Kingston
Original release date
10 September 2025 (2025-09-10)
Cherry confronts Laura in front of Daniel, exposing Laura’s lies about Daniel’s death and the fake funeral. Daniel feels betrayed and hurt by his mother, while Cherry insists that Laura’s deceptions have disrupted their relationship during Daniel’s recovery. Laura begins to lose control both in her personal and professional life. She misses a significant appointment when her assistant, Harriet, does not call her; in frustration, Laura fires Harriet. Harriet responds by launching an online campaign accusing Laura of unfair dismissal and files a lawsuit against her. Laura seeks comfort in Lilith, her artist friend and ex-lover and convinces her to be showcased at her gallery. Howard finds out and angrily ends their relationship. Despite mounting pressure, Laura moves forward with her gallery's plans, signing Lilith, for an upcoming exhibition. On the night of the exhibition, Cherry attends and Laura takes her aside. An argument breaks out and Cherry is injured when she hits her head with a champagne glass (which shatters) during the confrontation and frames Laura. The incident becomes a public spectacle in the gallery. Meanwhile, Daniel reveals that his memory prior to his accident is hazy but recalls that he had proposed to Cherry. In an attempt to salvage their relationship, Daniel proposes once again.
Cherry confronts Laura in front of Daniel, exposing Laura’s lies about Daniel’s death and the fake funeral. Daniel feels betrayed and hurt by his mother, while Cherry insists that Laura’s deceptions have disrupted their relationship during Daniel’s recovery. Laura begins to lose control both in her personal and professional life. She misses a significant appointment when her assistant, Harriet, does not call her; in frustration, Laura fires Harriet. Harriet responds by launching an online campaign accusing Laura of unfair dismissal and files a lawsuit against her. Laura seeks comfort in Lilith, her artist friend and ex-lover and convinces her to be showcased at her gallery. Howard finds out and angrily ends their relationship. Despite mounting pressure, Laura moves forward with her gallery's plans, signing Lilith, for an upcoming exhibition. On the night of the exhibition, Cherry attends and Laura takes her aside. An argument breaks out and Cherry is injured when she hits her head with a champagne glass (which shatters) during the confrontation and frames Laura. The incident becomes a public spectacle in the gallery. Meanwhile, Daniel reveals that his memory prior to his accident is hazy but recalls that he had proposed to Cherry. In an attempt to salvage their relationship, Daniel proposes once again.
No.
Cherry confronts Laura in front of Daniel, exposing Laura’s lies about Daniel’s death and the fake funeral. Daniel feels betrayed and hurt by his mother, while Cherry insists that Laura’s deceptions have disrupted their relationship during Daniel’s recovery. Laura begins to lose control both in her personal and professional life. She misses a significant appointment when her assistant, Harriet, does not call her; in frustration, Laura fires Harriet. Harriet responds by launching an online campaign accusing Laura of unfair dismissal and files a lawsuit against her. Laura seeks comfort in Lilith, her artist friend and ex-lover and convinces her to be showcased at her gallery. Howard finds out and angrily ends their relationship. Despite mounting pressure, Laura moves forward with her gallery's plans, signing Lilith, for an upcoming exhibition. On the night of the exhibition, Cherry attends and Laura takes her aside. An argument breaks out and Cherry is injured when she hits her head with a champagne glass (which shatters) during the confrontation and frames Laura. The incident becomes a public spectacle in the gallery. Meanwhile, Daniel reveals that his memory prior to his accident is hazy but recalls that he had proposed to Cherry. In an attempt to salvage their relationship, Daniel proposes once again.
6
6
No.
6
Title
Episode 6
Directed by
Andrea Harkin
Written by
Naomi Sheldon
Original release date
10 September 2025 (2025-09-10)
Daniel and Cherry return home after shopping for an engagement ring. Cherry expresses disappointment when Daniel suggests keeping their engagement private, but he later agrees to announce it. Meanwhile, Laura confronts Daniel outside the hospital, accusing him of believing her to be violent. He reveals their engagement and insists on being left alone. Howard returns home and packs his belongings, expressing his support for Cherry and criticising Laura. Laura, feeling betrayed, investigates Cherry's past and discovers that her father, John, is alive and residing in a nursing home. She learns that John suffered a spinal injury after falling from a building and becomes suspicious of Cherry's involvement. Cherry vandalises Lilith's artwork, leading her to be arrested and straining Laura's relationship with Lilith. Cherry's mother gives her a fake alibi and she is subsequently released. Daniel confronts Laura and announces that he will cut ties with her. Laura drugs Daniel and tries to give him a recording of Cherry's mother expressing her concerns about Cherry's past. However, Cherry arrives and the two become involved in a struggle, ending in the basement where Laura threatens her with a knife and accusing her of destroying her family. The confrontation escalates, and both women fall into the pool. Daniel, in a drugged state, intervenes, holding Laura underwater while attempting to protect Cherry. Laura drowns, and Daniel, realizing the tragic outcome, is left in shock. A year later, Daniel and Cherry are married and expecting a child. Daniel discovers the recording on Laura's phone, leaving him to question the true nature of his relationship with Cherry.
Daniel and Cherry return home after shopping for an engagement ring. Cherry expresses disappointment when Daniel suggests keeping their engagement private, but he later agrees to announce it. Meanwhile, Laura confronts Daniel outside the hospital, accusing him of believing her to be violent. He reveals their engagement and insists on being left alone. Howard returns home and packs his belongings, expressing his support for Cherry and criticising Laura. Laura, feeling betrayed, investigates Cherry's past and discovers that her father, John, is alive and residing in a nursing home. She learns that John suffered a spinal injury after falling from a building and becomes suspicious of Cherry's involvement. Cherry vandalises Lilith's artwork, leading her to be arrested and straining Laura's relationship with Lilith. Cherry's mother gives her a fake alibi and she is subsequently released. Daniel confronts Laura and announces that he will cut ties with her. Laura drugs Daniel and tries to give him a recording of Cherry's mother expressing her concerns about Cherry's past. However, Cherry arrives and the two become involved in a struggle, ending in the basement where Laura threatens her with a knife and accusing her of destroying her family. The confrontation escalates, and both women fall into the pool. Daniel, in a drugged state, intervenes, holding Laura underwater while attempting to protect Cherry. Laura drowns, and Daniel, realizing the tragic outcome, is left in shock. A year later, Daniel and Cherry are married and expecting a child. Daniel discovers the recording on Laura's phone, leaving him to question the true nature of his relationship with Cherry.
No.
Daniel and Cherry return home after shopping for an engagement ring. Cherry expresses disappointment when Daniel suggests keeping their engagement private, but he later agrees to announce it. Meanwhile, Laura confronts Daniel outside the hospital, accusing him of believing her to be violent. He reveals their engagement and insists on being left alone. Howard returns home and packs his belongings, expressing his support for Cherry and criticising Laura. Laura, feeling betrayed, investigates Cherry's past and discovers that her father, John, is alive and residing in a nursing home. She learns that John suffered a spinal injury after falling from a building and becomes suspicious of Cherry's involvement. Cherry vandalises Lilith's artwork, leading her to be arrested and straining Laura's relationship with Lilith. Cherry's mother gives her a fake alibi and she is subsequently released. Daniel confronts Laura and announces that he will cut ties with her. Laura drugs Daniel and tries to give him a recording of Cherry's mother expressing her concerns about Cherry's past. However, Cherry arrives and the two become involved in a struggle, ending in the basement where Laura threatens her with a knife and accusing her of destroying her family. The confrontation escalates, and both women fall into the pool. Daniel, in a drugged state, intervenes, holding Laura underwater while attempting to protect Cherry. Laura drowns, and Daniel, realizing the tragic outcome, is left in shock. A year later, Daniel and Cherry are married and expecting a child. Daniel discovers the recording on Laura's phone, leaving him to question the true nature of his relationship with Cherry.
| No. | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | |
| 1 | Episode 1 | Robin Wright | Naomi SheldonGabbie Asher | 10 September 2025 (2025-09-10) | |
| Laura Sanderson, a wealthy art gallery owner in London, is introduced to her son Daniel's new girlfriend, Cherry Laine, a real estate agent. Laura greets her warmly, though she is immediately struck by differences between Cherry’s working-class background and their own lifestyle. Over dinner, Cherry tries to make a good impression, sharing stories about her work and interests, while Laura listens closely. Laura begins to notice small inconsistencies in Cherry’s accounts of her education and experiences, which cause her to grow wary. Later, Laura observes further details that increase her unease: she comes across a piece of jewellery in Cherry’s bag similar to her own and witnesses Cherry arguing heatedly with a man from her past. From Cherry's perspective, Laura is rather cold and distant. Although Daniel appears comfortable with the relationship, Laura becomes increasingly suspicious of Cherry’s motives and honesty. | |||||
| 2 | Episode 2 | Robin Wright | Marek HornPolly Cavendish | 10 September 2025 (2025-09-10) | |
| Daniel invites Cherry to spend a holiday with his family in Spain. Although he offers to pay for a business-class flight, Cherry books a cheaper ticket and uses the extra money to shop, later changing her clothes at the airport to preserve appearances. When she arrives, Cherry meets Laura, Howard, and Laura's friend Isabella and her daughter, Daniel's childhood friend, Brigitte, who had a past intimate relationship with Daniel, which unsettles Cherry. During the holiday, Cherry struggles to fit in. She plays tennis with Brigitte and Daniel and accidentally hits Brigitte with a shot, leading to tension. Cherry worries about Laura’s disapproval, especially after Laura discovers inconsistencies in Cherry’s story, such as her flight details. Cherry bonds with Howard, Daniel's father, who opens up about the loss of their infant daughter Rose before Daniel's birth. Later, Daniel and Cherry go for a bike ride and stop at a natural pool, bonding and sharing histories; Cherry turns off Daniel’s phone to avoid Laura’s constant messages. On a yacht day, Cherry falls into the water after losing her balance while paddleboarding. Laura jumps in and rescues her, though Cherry had concealed that she cannot swim. This leads to a moment of connection between Cherry and Laura, who begin to soften towards one another. However, at a wine-tasting event the next day, Laura sees a viral video featuring a prank at Nicholas and his wife Millie's wedding, realises Cherry lied about some details, and confronts her, with both women now keen to secure Daniel’s allegiance. | |||||
| 3 | Episode 3 | Robin Wright | Ava Wong DaviesPolly Cavendish | 10 September 2025 (2025-09-10) | |
| Daniel shows Laura the apartment he intends to move into with Cherry. Laura voices concern but Daniel insists on independence. Cherry grows anxious about Laura’s investigations into her past as Daniel’s birthday approaches. Laura contacts Nicholas and his wife Millie, who reveal troubling episodes from Cherry’s former relationship, including instability and a restraining order. Daniel, however, dismisses Laura’s warnings and sides with Cherry. When the birthday trip begins, Cherry and Daniel visit Wintour's Leap, where Daniel proposes to Cherry, who happily accepts, and proceed to go rock climbing. During the climb, Daniel slips and sustains a serious head injury. He is rushed to hospital in critical condition. Laura and Howard arrive, tense and fearful. At the hospital, the prognosis looks dire: doctors tell Laura and Howard to prepare for the worst. Laura calls Cherry to inform her that Daniel has died—though at that moment Daniel is still alive and beginning to show signs of responsiveness. | |||||
| 4 | Episode 4 | Andrea Harkin | Isis DavisSmita Bhide | 10 September 2025 (2025-09-10) | |
| Laura drives to Daniel and Cherry’s apartment intending to confess that Daniel is alive, after having told Cherry he died. She arrives to find Cherry tidying up, with signs that Daniel’s credit card has been used and that Cherry is wearing his clothing. Cherry asks about a funeral and Laura lies that there already was a small, private service. Laura then takes Daniel’s laptop, learns Cherry’s passwords, blocks Cherry from his social media, and alters his phone so messages from Cherry go to Laura instead. Meanwhile, Cherry, believing Daniel is dead, attempts to make sense of the situation: she buys a suit for the funeral with Daniel's credit card, continues to call and text him, and tries to find out where he is buried. Her apartment is cleared out, she is forced to move in with her mother, and she loses her real estate job after Laura hacks her professional account in an effort to distance her even further from Daniel. Meanwhile, Daniel is recovering in Spain under Laura’s care. When Cherry meets with a potential investor, Max Kader, and mentions Daniel’s death, she is shocked to see him alive in the same location, sitting in a restaurant with Laura. | |||||
| 5 | Episode 5 | Andrea Harkin | Helen Kingston | 10 September 2025 (2025-09-10) | |
| Cherry confronts Laura in front of Daniel, exposing Laura’s lies about Daniel’s death and the fake funeral. Daniel feels betrayed and hurt by his mother, while Cherry insists that Laura’s deceptions have disrupted their relationship during Daniel’s recovery. Laura begins to lose control both in her personal and professional life. She misses a significant appointment when her assistant, Harriet, does not call her; in frustration, Laura fires Harriet. Harriet responds by launching an online campaign accusing Laura of unfair dismissal and files a lawsuit against her. Laura seeks comfort in Lilith, her artist friend and ex-lover and convinces her to be showcased at her gallery. Howard finds out and angrily ends their relationship. Despite mounting pressure, Laura moves forward with her gallery's plans, signing Lilith, for an upcoming exhibition. On the night of the exhibition, Cherry attends and Laura takes her aside. An argument breaks out and Cherry is injured when she hits her head with a champagne glass (which shatters) during the confrontation and frames Laura. The incident becomes a public spectacle in the gallery. Meanwhile, Daniel reveals that his memory prior to his accident is hazy but recalls that he had proposed to Cherry. In an attempt to salvage their relationship, Daniel proposes once again. | |||||
| 6 | Episode 6 | Andrea Harkin | Naomi Sheldon | 10 September 2025 (2025-09-10) | |
| Daniel and Cherry return home after shopping for an engagement ring. Cherry expresses disappointment when Daniel suggests keeping their engagement private, but he later agrees to announce it. Meanwhile, Laura confronts Daniel outside the hospital, accusing him of believing her to be violent. He reveals their engagement and insists on being left alone. Howard returns home and packs his belongings, expressing his support for Cherry and criticising Laura. Laura, feeling betrayed, investigates Cherry's past and discovers that her father, John, is alive and residing in a nursing home. She learns that John suffered a spinal injury after falling from a building and becomes suspicious of Cherry's involvement. Cherry vandalises Lilith's artwork, leading her to be arrested and straining Laura's relationship with Lilith. Cherry's mother gives her a fake alibi and she is subsequently released. Daniel confronts Laura and announces that he will cut ties with her. Laura drugs Daniel and tries to give him a recording of Cherry's mother expressing her concerns about Cherry's past. However, Cherry arrives and the two become involved in a struggle, ending in the basement where Laura threatens her with a knife and accusing her of destroying her family. The confrontation escalates, and both women fall into the pool. Daniel, in a drugged state, intervenes, holding Laura underwater while attempting to protect Cherry. Laura drowns, and Daniel, realizing the tragic outcome, is left in shock. A year later, Daniel and Cherry are married and expecting a child. Daniel discovers the recording on Laura's phone, leaving him to question the true nature of his relationship with Cherry. | |||||
mw- Accolades received by The Girlfriend · Reception › Accolades
Critics' Choice Television Awards
Critics' Choice Television Awards
Award
Critics' Choice Television Awards
Year
2026
Category
Best Limited Series
Recipient(s)
The Girlfriend
Result
Pending
Best Actress in a Movie/Miniseries
Best Actress in a Movie/Miniseries
Award
Best Actress in a Movie/Miniseries
Year
Robin Wright
Category
Pending
Golden Globe Awards
Golden Globe Awards
Award
Golden Globe Awards
Year
2026
Category
Best Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television
Recipient(s)
The Girlfriend
Result
Pending
Best Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television
Best Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television
Award
Best Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television
Year
Robin Wright
Category
Pending
| Award | Year | Category | Recipient(s) | Result | Ref. |
| Critics' Choice Television Awards | 2026 | Best Limited Series | The Girlfriend | Pending | |
| Best Actress in a Movie/Miniseries | Robin Wright | Pending | |||
| Golden Globe Awards | 2026 | Best Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television | The Girlfriend | Pending | |
| Best Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television | Robin Wright | Pending |
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- IndieWirehttps://www.indiewire.com/criticism/shows/the-girlfriend-review-olivia-cooke-robin-wright-1235150193/
- "Nominations Announced for the 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards Hosted by Chelsea Handler"https://www.criticschoice.com/2025/12/05/nominations-announced-for-the-31st-annual-critics-choice-awards-hosted-by-chelsea-handler/
- BBChttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj0174vlpg3o
- Indicates the year of ceremony