Masked Prophet Predicts Influencer Murders

A new Taiwanese crime drama on Netflix, 'Million-Follower Detective,' is generating mixed reactions from viewers. The series centers on a masked online prophet known as Witch Baba, whose eerie predictions of influencer deaths have consistently come true, including a string of four murders.

Veteran detective Chen Chia-jen is drawn into the case when he realizes it might connect to his estranged daughter. He teams up with influencer Lin Ting-yu and technology investigator Li Hsin-ping to unravel the mystery. The investigation gains viral momentum, attracting over one million online participants.

While some viewers have lauded the show as a "firecracker" with smart, stylish, and twisty storytelling, others find the plot shallow and predictable. Criticisms point to uneven pacing and unimpactful twists, despite decent performances. Decider's early review suggested the series held promise as a solid crime thriller.