News culture This out-of-nowhere thriller series is the new sensation on Netflix: it’s TOP 1, even though the SVOD service doesn’t promote it
The Netflix Top 1 has already emerged and is really very surprising. Nobody is promoting this show.
A new series…
Last week we told you what happened to the series le Top 1 Netflix and had managed to attract everyone’s attention. The series Area was a hit on Netflix in France, reaching the top of the rankings just a few days after its release on October 24, 2024. This Australian western commemorates the success of YellowstoneThis time the viewer is immersed in the vastness of the outback, where the Lawson family, owners of the largest cattle ranch in the world, are confronted with generational rivalries and conflicts over their succession. The series highlights Aboriginal culture and Australia’s wild landscapes and features an all-star cast including: Anna Torv (Mindhunter), Michael Dorman (For All Mankind) and Sam Corlett (Vikings: Valhalla). With a suspenseful plot and a captivating environment, Territory stands out as a modern and captivating western that is already raising hopes for a second season. However, as you might suspect, it’s already time to clean up the platform to welcome this new show.
…relaxing?
The German series has been available since its release on October 31, 2024 The Zen Murders quickly climbed to the top of the rankings Netflix In France. It tells the story of Björn Diemel, a mafia lawyer who, after undergoing mindfulness therapy, decides to get rid of everyone who harms his life balance. Björn, played by Tom Schilling, puts relaxation tips into practice to eliminate his enemies, creating a striking contrast between meditation and violence in a scenario that mixes everything Black humor and thriller.
With eight 30-minute episodes, The Zen Murders is an ideal series for binge-watching, combining a sustained pace and build-up in intensity that keeps the viewer on the edge of their seats without weighing down the plot. This concise format allows you to dive straight into the development of Björn, a complex character who applies mindfulness with frightening cynicism. Tom Schilling’s interpretation gives a fascinating dimension to the character, who oscillates between coldness and irony, making this killer as disturbing as he is fascinating. Through the skillful play with black humor and scenes of violence, The Zen Murders is reminiscent of works like Dexter or American Psycho, but with its own originality. The series explores the paradox of a man searching for inner peace while spreading death around him, offering a unique experience for fans of dark and satirical thrillers.
