'Love Con Revenge' Review: Revenge Has Never Been so Sweet
- Romey Norton
- Sep 2
- 3 min read
By Romey Norton - September 2, 2025
Cecilie Fjellhøy and Brianne Joseph Turn Personal Trauma Into Powerful Justice in This Essential Six-Part Investigation.
Remember the famous Netflix documentary The Tinder Swindler? Well, survivor Cecilie Fjellhøy is on a mission to help other people across America who have been victims of fraud by their partner in Love Con Revenge. This compelling six-episode Netflix series, premiering September 5th, transforms the deeply personal trauma of romance fraud into a powerful tool for justice.
From Victim to Vigilante: A Personal Mission
Think of series like Catfish: The TV Show and Cheaters, but with much more emotional weight. Cecilie Fjellhøy is joined by the professional but powerful private investigator Brianne Joseph, and together they make a force to be reckoned with. The show's greatest strength lies in its authentic emotional foundation. Fjellhöy, whose devastating experience with notorious romance scammer Simon Leviev, brings vulnerability and determination to her new role as fraud investigator. Her transformation from victim to advocate feels genuine rather than performative, grounding the series in real human stakes.
Seasoned private investigator Brianne Joseph tackles cases that traditional law enforcement often can't (due to funding or lack of time) or won't pursue. This dynamic creates compelling television while addressing a genuine gap in victim support systems. The chemistry between the two leads drives much of the series' emotional impact, with Joseph's professional expertise balancing Fjellhöy's investment in each case.
Each episode focuses on individual cases while building a broader picture of how these crimes operate and why they're so devastatingly effective. Love Con Revenge excels at illustrating the staggering scope of romance fraud, which costs Americans over $1 billion annually. We see how this affects both men and women who have had their trust and caring natures taken advantage of and exploited. The monetary value goes from $2,500 to $2 million, so the circumstances are vast. While the team can’t always get the money back, they can get justice. There’s something very satisfying about seeing these scam artists get arrested.
The production team, led by showrunner Chris McLaughlin and series director Max Shapira, strikes a balance between investigative journalism and human drama. The investigation sequences are particularly well-executed. Getting a real look into how personal investigators work is intriguing and very different from what you see in the movies.
Why is romance fraud so popular?
The timing of Love Con Revenge couldn't be more relevant. As dating apps have become the primary way people meet romantic partners, the opportunities for romance fraud have exploded. The series effectively demonstrates how digital technology has made these crimes both easier to commit and harder to prosecute.
The show's exploration of why victims are often blamed or dismissed adds important social commentary to the investigative format. Fjellhöy's own experience with public scrutiny after The Tinder Swindler informs this perspective, creating moments of genuine insight into victim-blaming culture.
Love Con Revenge succeeds because it refuses to treat romance fraud as mere entertainment fodder. Instead, it positions these crimes within larger conversations about digital safety, financial literacy, and the importance of believing victims. The series serves as both a cautionary tale and a practical guide for avoiding these increasingly sophisticated scams.
Is 'Love Con Revenge' Worth Watching?
Love Con Revenge represents Netflix's true crime programming at its most socially conscious and practically useful. While it may not have the salacious appeal of some crime documentaries, its combination of genuine investigative work, compelling personal stories, and important social commentary makes it essential viewing.
For anyone who has used dating apps, knows someone who has been scammed, or simply wants to understand one of the fastest-growing crime categories in America, Love Con Revenge provides both entertainment and education. The series proves that the most powerful stories often come from the most personal places, and that real change happens when victims refuse to stay silent.
Love Con Revenge premieres September 5th exclusively on Netflix. All six episodes will be available to stream on launch day
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