The Death of Bunny Munro has debuted with a strong Rotten Tomatoes score. The new black comedy series, which premiered on Sky Atlantic and NOW TV in the United Kingdom on November 20, stars Matt Smith as the titular Bunny Munro, a traveling salesman and sex addict who goes door-to-door selling beauty products as a way to meet women.
Now, following its premiere on November 20, The Death of Bunny Munro has debuted with a 92% score from the critics on Rotten Tomatoes. The show only has 13 reviews at the time of writing, so its score could fluctuate as more are published. It doesn’t yet have an audience score, though with the show having premiered, it should very soon.
Based on the 2009 Nick Cave novel of the same name, The Death of Bunny Munro stars Matt Smith as the eponymous middle-aged and misogynistic salesman who, following his wife’s suicide, sets off on a road trip with his son around Sussex while, at the same time, a serial killer happens to be prowling the area.
With Matt Smith and Rafael Mathé in the lead roles, the cast also includes Sarah Greene, Johann Myers, Robert Glenister, Alice Feetham (Boiling Point), Emmy nominee David Threlfall (The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby), three-time BAFTA nominee Lindsay Duncan (G.B.H., Shooting the Past, Perfect Strangers), and Elizabeth Berrington.
Matt Smith in The Death of Bunny Munro
Critics broadly agree that The Death of Bunny Munro is an intense and unsettling watch anchored by Matt Smith’s fearless performance. Many praise the show for pushing boundaries with its brutal tone, hallucinatory style, and raw portrayal of a deeply flawed man. Reviewers highlight its emotional sting and willingness to dive into dark psychological spaces without flinching.
Several critics also focus on the show’s exploration of masculinity, noting how it examines toxic patterns passed between generations. They describe the adaptation as timely and relevant, pairing harsh themes – like grief, trauma, and addiction – with moments of insight. The relationship between Bunny and his son emerges as a key emotional thread, grounding the chaos in something recognizably human.
Not every critic is convinced, though, as a single negative review finds the show’s bleakness and source material off-putting, but even this dissenting voice acknowledges the ambition behind the production. For most, the combination of strong performances and Nick Cave’s singular tone helps The Death of Bunny Munro transcend its abrasive edges, resulting in a strange, compelling, and occasionally beautiful piece of television.
Release Date
November 20, 2025
Network
Sky Atlantic
Series
The Death of Bunny Munro
Episodes
6