Netflix's latest sci-fi series dubbed 'the next Walking Dead meets The Last of Us'
Netflix has launched a gripping new series that's drawing comparisons to The Last of Us and The Walking Dead - and all episodes are ready to stream now.
The Eternaut, which is now available to stream, is a screen adaptation of the acclaimed Argentine graphic novel that originally ran from 1957 to 1959. Written by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and illustrated by Francisco Solano López, the Eisner Award-winning sci-fi comic was later combined into a single volume in 2015.
The plot revolves around a mysterious deadly snowfall in Buenos Aires that wipes out most of the population, leaving thousands of civilians stranded. The show follows the story of Juan Salvo and his friends as they embark on a desperate struggle for survival.
Although they soon discover the snowstorm is only the first of their troubles - with something more sinister on the way. Their only way to survive is to join forces and fight, as they cannot make it alone, reports Surrey Live.
As the series has only recently premiered on Netflix, only a few reviews are currently available online, and it has yet to receive a rating score on Rotten Tomatoes.
However, IGN were quick to point out the similarities with other post-apocalyptic series. They stated: "The Eternaut, Netflix's gritty and moody adaptation of an influential, nearly 70-year-old Argentine comic book. A thoughtful and twisty take on the post-apocalyptic survival genre, this series makes terrific use of its South American locations to tell a story about people too stubborn to die."
The review also points out that "the basic concept and approach of The Eternaut should be familiar to fans of The Walking Dead and similar shows" before stating "about halfway through this first season, the science-fiction action intensifies, with some wild twists and spectacular special effects."
Additionally, the Collider says that The Eternaut is a "chilling apocalyptic tale that's more than capable of sweeping you up into its story, with an at-times trudging narrative that somehow knows exactly when to sprinkle in the right twist to keep you watching."
The website What's On Netflix suggests that fans of The Last of Us, The Walking Dead, and Snowpiercer should definitely watch this show. They said: "A visually dazzling rendition of a snowed-in Buenos Aires and a strong flair for drama, The Eternaut runs high on emotions. But it may be set back by the audience fatigue and well-trodden themes of post-apocalyptic movies and shows."
It is said that the tone and approach of the show is very similar to the early seasons of the hit HBO show The Walking Dead, and it is difficult not to compare the main character's difficult journey in the wild snow with The Last of US.
Now that fans have started to binge, one fan has posted online saying: "I know it's early in the year to decide, but this show definitely has become my favourite new show . Breathtaking visuals, incredible production, Amazing cast, and definitely awesome story, I really hope there's a second season coming fast."
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