Let’s get real for a moment; we all knew that people in other countries make content but only ever leaned towards Hollywood, Bollywood and local TV, right? However, with the advent of OTT platforms like Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, Amazon Prime, and HBO Max etc. we’re exposed to a lot more content than ever before, including foreign films and series!
So, there’s really nothing stopping us now from plopping in front of our smart TVs, phones or laptops, grab a bowl of something delicious to snack on, and devouring content from far and wide, including from countries like Germany, Spain and Belgium.
As compiled from The Indian Express and Screenrant, here are five, binge-worthy foreign series that have been making quite the wave recently and deserve a list on your must-watch list!
Money Heist
Of course, this list has Money Heist on it – what did you expect? It’s only the most popular series on Netflix in the past year or so!
A Spanish con drama at its very best, the series revolves around a man who calls himself ‘The Professor’ and who aspires to pull off the biggest heist ever. The way the narrative flows coupled with A-class post-production work make this series a great watch. Not to forget, the cast is pretty smack on too.
All four seasons of Money Heist are now available on Netflix, and a season five is currently in the works.
Dark
If you don’t live under a rock, chances are you’ve seen some chatter about this series on your social media feeds in the past one month.
A German science-fiction at its core, this series is sure to blow your mind at instances and make you question quite some things. According to overwhelming reviews, Dark demands all your attention, and if you falter, you might just get lost in it.
Described by The Indian Express as a heady mix of science and lore, the series spans across generations with intertwining time. The simplest way to describe it would be as a multi-layered classic that calls you back for a binge like no other!
All three seasons of Dark are available on Netflix.
Elite
Often likened to an upgraded version of Gossip Girl, Elite is easily one of the best guilty pleasures on Netflix. This Spanish series will take you back to the high school drama but with a bit more depth to it, and of course, characters that are quite easy on the eye too!
If you’re thinking this is just a high school drama, you’re in for a surprise, because Elite also wraps in a thriller element to its storyline making it all the more interesting to watch. Not only does it have a wonderful storyline but it also covers important subject matter such as class inequality, xenophobia, and the stigma related to HIV.
So, if you’re looking for a tasteful watch, this should be perfect for you. It's available to stream on Netflix.
Osmosis
If you’re big on dating apps, this French show will leave you quite alarmed – oh well, it will do that even if you aren’t into them!
The show is based on a dating app that matches people with their soul mates after analysing their brain data. However, everything goes haywire when it begins becoming sentient, as explained by Screenrant.
While it’s often compared to Black Mirror, there aren’t many similarities between the two, however, it is equally as gripping as the former with its great pace and striking twists and turns. If you’re a sci-fi junkie, this one’s perfect for you!
Kingdom
South Korea made big waves with its big wins during the award season this year – Parasite swept the Golden Globes and the Oscars, effectively putting Korean cinema on pop radar.
This Korean Netflix original is essentially a zombie series filled with interesting lessons into an intriguing culture. It revolves around a prince tasked with saving his people after the king rises from the dead, bringing a mysterious plague with him, explains Screenrant.
As Netflix's first original Korean series, Kingdom is not to be missed.
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