“Wayward might be the biggest surprise in Netflix's 2025 slate, and that's a huge compliment because I've never seen a school for troubled teens portrayed so satisfyingly.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Gripping story crafted by Mae Martin
- Toni Collette delivers best horror role since Hereditary
- Addictive teen and cult lore storyline
- Effortless LGBTQIA+ representation
- Strong performances and atmospheric direction
Points of Contention
No recurring complaints — critics are broadly positive.
Professional Reviews
1 review from 1 critic80
Jasmine Valentine
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