You is a psychological thriller series that follows Joe Goldberg, a charming but obsessive bookstore manager who becomes infatuated with different women. As he pursues his love interests, Joe uses social media and technology to stalk them, eliminating anyone who stands in his way. His actions often lead to dangerous and violent outcomes, blurring the lines between love and obsession.
Across the seasons, Joe relocates to different cities, taking on new identities to escape his past crimes. Despite his attempts to start afresh, he continuously falls back into his toxic patterns, becoming entangled in twisted relationships that expose the darker sides of human nature. The show delves into themes of obsession, identity, and the consequences of one’s actions.
You – Season 1 – Summary
Joe Goldberg, a charming bookstore manager in New York, becomes infatuated with a customer, Guinevere Beck, after a chance encounter. Using social media and technology, he begins stalking her, believing he’s protecting her from harm.
As Joe’s obsession deepens, he manipulates situations to remove anyone he sees as an obstacle to their love, including Beck’s friends and ex-boyfriend, Benji, whom he kills. Joe and Beck eventually start a relationship, but his controlling nature becomes evident.
Beck grows suspicious of Joe’s behavior and discovers his dark secrets, including a box of mementos from his victims. Realizing the danger she’s in, Beck tries to escape, but Joe kills her to maintain control. In the end, Joe’s ex-girlfriend, Candace, whom he thought he’d eliminated, reappears, setting the stage for future turmoil.
You – Season 1 – Trailer
You – Season 1 – Episode 9 – Online ENGLISH
