Is Sirens Show on Netflix Worth the Watch?

If you’ve seen the neon-hued trailer for Sirens on Netflix and thought, this is gonna get weird, you’re not wrong—but maybe not in the way you hoped. With a star-studded cast led by Julianne Moore, Meghann Fahy, and Milly Alcock, this limited series sets itself up like a twisted vacation to Martha’s Vineyard, minus the beach reads and plus a whole lot of psychological manipulation.

So… is it worth the watch? Here’s the breakdown—with vibes, themes, characters, and that infamous ending—all without spoilers.

What’s Sirens Actually About?

Set over a chaotic Labor Day weekend on a private island, Sirens follows two sisters—Devyn (Meghann Fahy) and Simone (Milly Alcock)—as they get tangled in the magnetic orbit of Michaela Kell (Julianne Moore), a mega-wealthy lifestyle mogul with some serious cult-leader energy. As old wounds resurface and rich people do weird rich people things, tensions mount toward a twisty, not-so-satisfying conclusion.

Think: Big Little Lies meets a lukewarm glass of The Menu with a touch of The White Lotus aesthetics.

The Vibes: Cultish, Pretty, and… Hollow?

This show is vibes first, plot second. If you’re in the mood for low-stakes drama with a hint of menace and a lot of rich people dysfunction, this might hit the spot. But if you’re hoping for true psychological thriller territory or anything supernatural, you’re gonna be left tapping the screen like, hello? plot?

There’s this constant feeling like something terrible is about to happen—almost like the show is dangling a knife above your head for six episodes—and then it just sort of… sets it down gently. The twist? More meh than mind-blowing.

Devyn Carries the Show (and the Wine Bottles)

Devyn is the outsider in this glossy world—messy, loud, and unapologetically out of place. She barrels into this elite environment with all the grace of a raccoon at a garden party, and honestly? It works. She’s brash but has a surprising emotional backbone, even if the show never fully explores her personal demons. You’ll root for her… even if you’re not sure what she’s fighting for.

Michaela, on the other hand, is all aesthetic and eeriness—more figurehead than fleshed-out. And while Milly Alcock as Simone gives it her all, her arc feels less like a journey and more like a loop.

Also? Shoutout to Jenn Lyon (Claws fans, you’ll recognize her). A brief cameo, but a delightful surprise.

Themes: Power, Class, and Pretty Lies

If there’s one thing Sirens does well, it’s showing how money warps everything. The show leans into class dynamics hard, offering both the shiny highs (designer wardrobes, private chefs, influencer glamour) and the gnawing lows (loneliness, emptiness, a power vacuum with no air). It’s less about what wealth gives you and more about what it takes away.

It also teases the idea of reality bending under influence but never fully goes there. And let’s be real, the setup practically begged for a supernatural twist.

Wait… Were They Actual Sirens or Not?

Spoiler: no. But we really wanted them to be. With all the references to dreams and the eerie atmosphere of Michaela’s house, it felt like the show was tiptoeing toward a reveal that the three leads were actual sirens—mythical beings with the power to influence and control. Wouldn’t that have been something?

Instead, the only thing truly mythical here is how underused that concept is.

The Ending (No Spoilers, Promise)

It tries to shock. It doesn’t succeed. It feels more like a swing for attention than a satisfying payoff. If anything, it left us wondering: Was that really the plan the whole time? And while a Devyn ending would’ve been interesting, it wouldn’t have made sense for her character either. She’s a hot mess, sure—but not that kind of hot mess.

Should You Watch Sirens?

• Watch if: You’re into vibe-heavy, slow-burn drama with gorgeous visuals and rich people mess.
• Skip if: You want actual stakes, tight plotting, or a genre payoff.
• Stream-and-clean option: Absolutely. Fold your laundry while watching.

It’s the kind of show you might recommend with a “just don’t expect too much” disclaimer. If Netflix greenlights a second season and leans fully into the weird? We’ll show up. But if it’s more of the same… maybe let this one stay beached.

Sirens Content Warnings

• Emotional manipulation
• Classism and social power imbalance
• Mental health struggles
• Minor depictions of substance use
• Mild violence and suggestive themes

Let’s Chat: Did You Watch Sirens?

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