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Tom's Guide
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Netflix just added an 'underrated' crime thriller show that's already crashed the top 10 — and there are 6 seasons to binge-watch now
Thriller fans are being well-served by Netflix this month. Along with NBC's "Blindspot," the streaming service recently welcomed family crime thriller "Animal Kingdom" to the platform — and it looks to be a hit with streamers. For the uninitiated, "Animal Kingdom" is a gritty drama that originally ran for six seasons between 2016 and 2022, airing on TNT in the U.S. It's based on the 2010 Australian movie of the same name, and throws us in with a chaotic, dysfunctional family who operate a criminal enterprise out of Southern California. "Animal Kingdom" was one of the many new things added to Netflix at the start of the month, and it's been a mainstay in the Netflix Top 10 ever since. Over a week after it arrived, it's still sitting at the #7 spot, not far behind Netflix Originals like "The Survivors," "Ginny & Georgia" and "Sirens." Trying to decide whether to stream "Animal Kingdom" on Netflix? You can find a little more info about the show and hear what viewers have to say about the streamer's new arrival. TNT's "Animal Kingdom" is a crime drama based on the 2010 Australian movie of the same name. The show revolves around the Cody family. We follow young Joshua "J" Cody ("Peaky Blinders" star Finn Cole), who moves in with his estranged relatives after his mother dies of an overdose The Codys, as it turns out, run a criminal enterprise out of Oceanside, California, with J's tough grandmother Janine "Smurf" Cody (Ellen Barkin) at the helm. The dysfunctional Cody dynasty funds its lifestyle through (among other things) heists, and J's quickly sucked into this dangerous criminal world of shifting loyalties and secrets. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In addition to Cole and Barkin, "Animal Kingdom" also stars Scott Speedman, Shawn Hatosy, Ben Robson, Jake Weary, Molly Gordon and Carolina Guerra, among others. "Animal Kingdom" comes reasonably well-recommended. While the series doesn't have a complete critics' rating on the review aggregate site, Rotten Tomatoes, the first two seasons hold ratings of 76% and 80%, respectively, with the site's consensus on the first season reading: "Bolstered by Ellen Barkin's acting prowess, 'Animal Kingdom' is a darkly intriguing, although occasionally predictable, twisted family drama." Fellow viewers, however, rate it significantly higher; the show has an average Popcornmeter rating of 87% and has drawn some very high praise for the acting, the (occasionally predictable) twists and more. Comparisons to "Sons of Anarchy" seem common, too. The show's subreddit is being taken over by newcomers who've stumbled onto "Animal Kingdom" now that it's on Netflix, talking it up, while original fans have been discussing rewatching the show from the start, or hoping that the drama finally gets the reception they believe it's always deserved. Looking through reactions in both places, I've seen the word "underrated" thrown around plenty of times, so I'm not too surprised to see "Animal Kingdom" has continued to be a top Netflix watch in the days since its arrival on the platform. I only just started streaming the show myself (it passed me by the first time around), so I wouldn't want to give my own "Animal Kingdom" verdict just yet. However, from the position of being an "Animal Kingdom" newcomer, I can say that I'm intrigued by what I've seen so far, and I'm keen to see what trouble lies ahead for J, Smurf and the rest of the Cody family across these six seasons. If you're between Netflix binges and you're looking to sink your teeth into a gritty family thriller, one that boasts a cast of very questionable characters, then it certainly feels like "Animal Kingdom" will fit the bill just fine. And with dozens of episodes available to watch right now, it should keep you busy for some time. Not sold on streaming "Animal Kingdom?" We can still help you find your next must-watch show. If you're looking for more streaming suggestions, check out our definitive round-up of the best Netflix shows for tons more top recommendations.
Tom's Guide
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Netflix just added every season of this super-bingeable mystery thriller show — and you've got 100 episodes to watch now
If there's one thing that always goes down a treat on Netflix, it's a show with a lot of seasons. The streaming service's subscribers love a good binge-watch. So, when I saw that Netflix U.S. recently added 'Blindspot' (on June 7), I was confident it would be a near instant success. And my hunch was correct. Not even 48 hours after 'Blindspot' was added to the platform's library and it's already found its way into the Netflix top 10 most-watched list, currently ranked at No. 9. If 'Blindspot' falls within your own television blindspot, it's an NBC series that debuted in 2015 and ran for five seasons, and a total of 100 episodes. It's also a great binge-watch as each case-of-the-week installment feels satisfying on its own, but all the while, in the background, a larger web of mystery and conspiracy is being spun. It's not exactly reinventing the TV crime drama mold, but it's a show you can consume in great quantities and still crave more. Let's dive into everything you need to know about 'Blindspot' now that it's found its new home on Netflix. 'Blindspot' opens with a beat cop noticing an unattended duffle bag in New York City's iconic Times Square. Calling in the FBI, they are shocked to discover that the luggage contains a naked women with no memories and covered in freshly-inked tattoos. Dubbed Jane Doe (Jaimie Alexander), one of the tattoos points towards FBI agent Kurt Weller (Sullivan Stapleton), who is quickly called in to investigate the situation in the hopes of learning Jane's identity and unraveling the mysteries buried deep within her marked skin. The pair team up and begin hunting for answers, with each tattoo offering up its own set of clues. But as Weller and Jane get closer to uncovering buried secrets, they find themselves in the middle of a sprawling conspiracy, and must face the fact that some truths are hidden further than skin deep. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. As noted, 'Blindspot' debuted in 2015 and didn't conclude until 2020, but even then, it felt like a throwback to highly bingeable 2000s television like 'Lost,' 'Fringe' and 'Bones.' It's one of those crime thriller shows that constantly offers up two types of mysteries: Those that are solved within each 45-minute episode, and those that take an entire season, or even multiple seasons, to unfold. It's a pretty compelling formula that many great television shows have successfully mined, and it will keep you hooked from the first episode until the last. Of course, the biggest unanswered question at first is Jane Doe's identity, and while the show does eventually move beyond this mystery — fortunately, the big reveal of Jane's backstory isn't stretched out across the show's entire run — this central hook is more than enough to get you invested in the first season. The shifting relationship between Jane and Weller is another core pillar of 'Blindspot,' with the pair striking up an uneasy alliance before signs of a will-they-won't-they romance start to blossom. Again, it's pretty textbook stuff, but sometimes you don't need a show to subvert expectations. 'Blindspot' is probably best described as TV junk food. It's simple and predictable but comforting. Unfortunately, like a lot of shows of its ilk, 'Blindspot' does become increasingly outlandish in its latter seasons. The show writers were forced to spin up new mysteries to keep the show going beyond its initial core premise. Its attempts to redefine itself aren't always successful, and things become more than a little bit silly by the end. It gives big "Prison Break" vibes. Nevertheless, 'Blindspot' is a great pick if you want a Netflix show that will keep you occupied for more than a single weekend. It has plenty of throwback charms, even if you'll have to leave some logic at the door. If you're able to suspend your disbelief, it's a worthwhile binge. If you're looking to sink your teeth into a show this week on Netflix, 'Blindspot' is a great pick. It certainly doesn't fall into the prestige TV category, with some ropey production and far from award-worthy performances, but it's got enough satisfying ingredients to keep you engaged. If you're looking to sink your teeth into a show this week on Netflix, "Blindspot' is a great pick. It's a show that belongs to a different era of television in many ways. We're now in an era of sub-10 episode seasons released several years apart, but 'Blindspot' debuted during a time when viewers were served up 20+ episode seasons on a dependable yearly basis. Anybody with a fondness for that period of television will get a real kick out of 'Blindspot's' predictability. And viewers just looking for a show that'll take a while to finish, and one that offers up enough unanswered questions to keep the investment level high, will also find plenty to enjoy. It's certainly not a ground-breaking series, or one concerned with going beyond its familiar genre conventions, but it plays to its intended audience pretty darn well, and that's all it needs to be a success. I have a feeling that 'Blindspot' might stick around among the most-watched series on Netflix for a while, as similar bingeable 2010s shows have found great success in the TV streaming era. And I wouldn't be surprised if over the next few days, it climbs even higher in Netflix's top 10 chart. However, if you consumed 'Blindspot' as it aired on NBC in the 2010s, and are looking for something completely new instead, check out our rundown of everything new added to Netflix this month, including equally binge-worthy original series like 'Sirens' and lots more. Stream "Blindspot" seasons 1-5 on Netflix now
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Multilingual plays connect better with varied audiences, says Blindspot makers
By Sravasti Datta A multilingual play enhances relatability for diverse audiences, believe Venkatesan Vaidhyanathan and Vishal Nayer. The theatre artistes, under MISF!T – My Interest Stays Firmly in Theatre, will be staging Blindspot, a multilingual play, which incorporates English, Kannada, Hindi, and Malayalam, in Bengaluru this weekend. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'Having a multilingual play is also a way to encourage learning and interaction among various languages, which is especially relevant in light of ongoing discussions about language,' they say. 'The play revolves around Dr Anika Sharma, a psychiatrist, who has perfected memory reconstruction and returns to her ancestral home to take over a company as the new managing director. However, she suffers from memory lapses due to a childhood incident. The plot thickens when a man walks in claiming to have impossible memories of his sister, who was murdered in the same therapy room, which leads to Anika's memory taking on a new shape,' says Venkatesan. The play unfolds almost like a fast-paced film, in a seamless, innovative back-andforth between time periods. We don't do blackouts during scene transitions; it happens in front of the audience Venkatesan Vaidhyanathan 'COMIC ELEMENTS OFFER A BREATHER TO THE AUDIENCE' Directed by Venkatesan, the play is said to be a psychological thriller that follows a non-linear sequence, wherein incidents shift between the past and the present. Vishal Nayer, the creative consultant for the play, says, 'Though this play is a thriller, there are comic elements to give the audience a breather. As a concept, memory reconstruction has been researched in psychology and artificial intelligence. However, we have taken some creative liberties.' The cast comprises a mix of professional actors and actors in training.
The Hindu
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Fighting the shadows of the mind
Ratan Thakore Grant's Studio for Acting and MISF!T (My Interest Stays Firmly in Theatre) presents Blindspot in Bengaluru. MISF!T, has staged plays including Connectologues V3.0 and Trident!ty. Blindspot is an original piece, says writer-director Venkatesan, who has collaborated with creative consultant Vishal Nayer on the play. 'The story revolves around Dr. Anika Sharma, a renowned psychiatrist who has perfected memory-reconstruction therapy,' says Venkatesan. 'She returns to her ancestral home to take over a lab as the new managing director. The lab is founded by her father Dr. Jayanth and his friend Vikram. Anika discovers days in her past that she cannot remember due to a childhood incident.' Another character, Karan, jogs Anika's memory, Venkatesan says. 'She uncovers her company's identity and a gruesome incident dating back 15 years.' Memory reconstruction, Venkatesan explains, is an extension of hypnotherapy. 'The play is not science fiction but rather about a scientific concept that exists today. We have taken certain creative liberties with the story of the journey of characters.' The play follows a non-linear format, Venkatesan says, as the protagonist navigates a web of lies and deception spun by those close to her. 'We always make it a point to stage a play in May in memory of our founder-teacher, Ratan Thakore, who we lost on May 8.' The inspiration for the protagonist, Venkatesan says was from close to home. 'My mother, Pattammal, is a strong woman and has been my hero. She is the inspiration for the protagonist's life and strength on stage. I lost my father when I was very young and my mother worked as a teacher.' Pattammal won the National Award in the Best Teacher category and received the award from the late President Dr. Abdul Kalam, Venkatesan says. 'Writing about a female protagonist was not difficult at all.' The play uses a few cinematic elements, says Venkatesan. 'The stage is split into parts where the stories and the different time zones come alive. We have quite a bit of musical elements as well.' The 90-minute multilingual play will be staged at Medai, Koramangala on May 31, at 7.30 pm and on June 1 at 3.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. Tickets available on BookMyShow.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Casting News: Lucy Hale's Netflix Series, Sheryl Crow and LeAnn Rimes Mentor The Voice and More
Pretty Little Liars vet Lucy Hale is taking on a double role as twin sisters in Dead Letters. The series adaptation of Caite Dolan-Leach's novel is in development at Netflix, with Call Her Daddy host Alex Cooper's company Unwell producing and Rachel Caris Love (Physical, Blindspot) penning the project, our sister site Deadline reports. In addition to starring, Hale will also serve as an executive producer. More from TVLine Night Court Summons Simon Helberg for Big Bang Reunion, Taps Young Sheldon's Raegan Revord to Guest-Star Casting News: Sarah Michelle Gellar's New Series, NCIS Vet to Lincoln Lawyer and More Casting News: Mr. Darcy and Carrie Contenders, and More The psychological thriller centers on identical twins Ava and Zelda (both played by Hale), the former of whom returns to their family vineyard after Zelda's murder. Before her death, Zelda knew she was in danger and left letters behind for Ava, sending her sister on a twisted scavenger hunt for the truth. In other recent casting news… * Sheryl Crow and LeAnn Rimes will serve as mega mentors on The Voice Season 27. Crow will mentor the artists on coaches Kelsea Ballerini and Michael Bublé's teams, while Rimes will help out John Legend and Adam Levine's singers. * Taylor Ann Green is leaving Bravo's Southern Charm ahead of Season 11 and will instead 'focus on my new company, @resetathletic and all the exciting things that my business partner and I have been working on to continue to bring our dream into reality,' Green wrote on Instagram. * Mélanie Laurent (Inglourious Basterds, Now You See Me) has joined Season 5 of the Israeli spy drama Fauda, which streams Stateside on Netflix, Deadline reports. No character details are available. * The CBS soap Beyond the Gates has tapped Jason Vendryes (Tyler Perry's Ruthless) to recur as 'a mysterious stranger who impacts the lives of Clifton Davis' Vernon and Brandon Claybon's Martin,' per Deadline. He will make his debut in May. Hit the comments with your thoughts on the above castings! Best of TVLine Stars Who Almost Played Other TV Roles — on Grey's Anatomy, NCIS, Lost, Gilmore Girls, Friends and Other Shows TV Stars Almost Cast in Other Roles Fall TV Preview: Who's In? Who's Out? Your Guide to Every Casting Move!
