A Netflix crime thriller that has captivated audiences has been watched for millions of hours, keeping viewers thoroughly engaged.
There’s nothing quite like diving into a new TV show and feeling the compulsion to binge-watch all the episodes, regardless of other commitments.
Fans of this intense new drama have found it nearly impossible to step away from their screens.
This time, we’re not referring to Dept Q.
Although Netflix continually adds new releases, this particular show is a must-watch on your list.
The series in question has accumulated a total of 33.1 million viewing hours, making it the most-watched non-English TV series from June 2 to 8, according to Netflix Tudum’s statistics.
The picturesque Italian cities of Rome and Naples provide the setting for this ‘powerful’ mini-series.
The plot centers around Sara (Teresa Saponangelo), a former secret service agent who emerges from hiding after her son’s mysterious death.
Sara, feeling isolated and grieving, reaches out to her old friend and former partner Teresa (Claudia Gerini) for support.
However, in this world, favors come with strings attached and consequences to face.
Sara, once renowned for her stealth, finds herself drawn back into a world she thought she had left behind.
What starts as a quest for answers quickly turns into a perilous investigation, uncovering the hidden life her son led and the adversaries still lurking.
Haunted by her past and pursued in the present, Sara must depend on the instincts that once made her a legend.
The series, titled Sara – Woman in the Shadows, has a trailer available for viewing below.
On Reddit, a viewer shared: “Just started this last night and had to pry myself away from the TV this morning mid episode two!
“Great calm watch with a spiral staircase of suspense with a pace just quick enough to keep you on the edge of your seat!”
Praising the series as ‘compelling,’ another commented: “I really enjoyed this Italian crime drama… The whole cast really created a worthwhile drama experience.”
Sara has earned a score of 6.4 on IMDb, as a viewer noted: “I’ve watched a lot of European series and normally Italian ones take 15 minutes to make a point. But this is the very best I’ve seen. The story, cast, filming – is excellent.”
Described as a ‘quietly powerful thriller,’ another review summed up: “A thoughtful, atmospheric series that values nuance over spectacle – Sara stays with you longer than you expect.”
All six episodes of Sara – Woman in the Shadows are now available for streaming on Netflix.