A new Netflix series has taken the platform by storm, with viewers and social media influencers labelling it an absolutely essential binge-watch.
Social Media Raves
Entertainment enthusiast Lamia, known online as lamia.reads, has given the Australian drama The Survivors a flawless 10/10 rating. She passionately urged her followers to discover the show, stating it had her constantly wondering what would happen next.
"Let me tell you this show had me thinking, 'What's going to happen?', it had me on the edge of my seat," she commented. "I couldn't recommend it more if you [need] a show to binge. It's so good, I love this."
Lamia also highlighted that the six-part series is an adaptation of a book, though she hasn't read the original source material herself.
What Is The Survivors About?
Developed by Tony Ayres, the series features a cast including Damien Garvey, Robyn Malcolm, and Ned Morgan. The plot, according to its IMDb synopsis, centres on a devastating storm that hits the coastal town of Evelyn Bay.
The tragedy claims the lives of three young people: Finn (Kieran's older brother), Gabby (Mia's best friend), and Toby (a friend of Finn). Burdened by guilt, the characters of Kieran and Mia ultimately escape the town.
Viewers Are Hooked
The response from audiences has been overwhelmingly positive. On TikTok, one viewer described the show as an "easy watch but gripping," perfectly capturing its binge-able nature.
Another praised the authentic casting, noting, "The best thing about this show was they felt like real Aussies taken off the street. Not actors."
While one viewer felt the pace was "a bit slow," they still concluded that "it was good." Others emphasised the show's compelling narrative twists, with one commenting they "thoroughly enjoyed it, loads of twists."
A review on IMDb echoed this sentiment, stating, "Definitely a twist." The reviewer elaborated on the powerful storytelling, saying, "There are a lot of story building like every one of these shows. But this one really punched you in the gut because of the lead up."
The reviewer highly recommended the series, affirming it's a "great watch" that hooks you, making it perfect as it is without unnecessary stretching.
