Netflix users are finding themselves hooked on a captivating TV series with a unique storyline. This series, part of the streaming giant’s extensive catalog, is an ‘outstanding 10/10’ mini-series that fans binge in just a day.
Despite its engaging content, this show, featuring Natasha Lyonne from American Pie, might not have caught your attention yet.
The show, considered a ‘hidden gem,’ comprises two seasons, with its first season debuting on Netflix in 2019.
Natasha Lyonne, known for her role in Orange Is the New Black, co-created the Emmy-nominated series with Amy Poehler and Leslye Headland.
Fans are captivated by its inventive take on the ‘Groundhog Day-style’ narrative, applauding both the performances and the storytelling.
If you’re skeptical about this type of format, it’s worth giving this series a try.
Rotten Tomatoes critics have given it a near-perfect score of 97 percent, reinforcing its must-watch status.
The series in question is called Russian Doll, and you can watch its intriguing trailer below:
The show is a mind-bending comedy-drama that follows Nadia, a young woman who becomes the guest of honor at a party in New York City.
Netflix describes the plot: “But she gets caught in a mysterious loop as she repeatedly attends the same event and dies at the end of the night each time – only to awaken the next day unharmed as if nothing had happened.”
This ‘clever’ series features Charlie Barnett, Greta Lee, Annie Murphy, and Chloë Sevigny and was renewed for a second season released in 2022.
Many people are just now discovering this ‘binge-worthy’ series.
One fan expressed on Rotten Tomatoes: “Almost perfect… Story is gripping… My first non-stop-binge TV series.”
Another commented: “A hidden gem, absolutely brilliant show with great characters.”
A third viewer shared: “A very creative show, with a plot unlike any other I’ve ever seen. Definitely a must see.”
Yet another viewer stated: “One of the greatest shows, period, I’ve seen in a long time. The metaphysical aspects are intense, and yet not overwrought.
“In the end, this is the perfect blend of darkly humorous and actually life-affirming.”
Speaking to Tudum, Lyonne described Russian Doll as: “Season one is about life and death; it’s about mortality and self destruction…
“Season 2 attempts a nuanced and yet oddly more grounded distinction – it’s about the nature of time and how that impacts us in life… it’s actually about trying to reconcile with our limited time in the here and now.”
You can stream both seasons of Russian Doll on Netflix now.