Black Rabbit Nets 83% on Rotten Tomatoes Ahead of Netflix Premiere

Lead Netflix’s new crime thriller Black Rabbit, starring Jude Law and Jason Bateman, earned an 83% debut score on Rotten Tomatoes today, setting high expectations for its September 18 launch.

Nut Graf The strong critical reception underscores anticipation for this sibling-driven drama set in New York’s elite nightlife, reinforcing Netflix’s strategy of high-profile limited series to boost subscriber engagement.

Critical Reception

• Rotten Tomatoes reports an 83% rating based on its first six reviews, narrowly trailing Ozark’s 82% average yet outpacing its first season’s 70% debut.
• Reviewers praise the chemistry of Law and Bateman, as well as the show’s blend of psychological tension and intricate plotting.

Series Overview Jake Friedkin (Jude Law) runs Black Rabbit, an upscale Manhattan restaurant and VIP lounge. When his impulsive brother Vince (Jason Bateman) returns with dangerous debts, their bond-and the venue-are threatened by escalating criminal entanglements.

Creative Team and Cast

• Created by Oscar-nominated writer Zach Baylin and Kate Susman.
• Jason Bateman directs the first two episodes alongside Laura Linney and Ben Semanoff.
• Supporting roles feature Cleopatra Coleman, Sope Dirisu, Troy Kotsur and Abbey Lee.

Premiere Details All eight episodes of Black Rabbit will be available to stream globally on Netflix from September 18, 2025.