The first season of "You" premiered on Lifetime in the United States in September 2018. Later, the series gained even more popularity after it was released on Netflix. The show was praised for its suspenseful plot, dark themes, and the captivating performance of the lead actor, Penn Badgley.

The storyline revolves around Joe Goldberg, portrayed by Penn Badgley, who works at a bookstore in New York City. Joe becomes obsessed with different women and resorts to extreme and dangerous measures to insert himself into their lives. He uses social media and modern technology to gather information about his targets and manipulate them into falling in love with him.

The show received critical acclaim for its exploration of the dark side of social media, privacy concerns, and the dangers of modern-day stalking. It also raises questions about the blurred lines between love and obsession.