The post-apocalyptic subgenre of sci-fi has gotten a big boost in recent years, notably with the Apple TV+ breakout Silo. But other streaming services have explored what a dystopian wasteland would look like, albeit with a lighter touch. That's been the case with Prime Video's Fallout, which garnered awards buzz and topped the streaming charts. Both shows are returning for additional seasons, buoyed by the audience interest they've garnered.

Netflix is well-positioned to put its stamp on the genre. The streaming platform releases hundreds of new shows each year, in several different languages. As proven by Squid Game, a title that debuts relatively quietly has a solid chance of breaking out and finding an audience. That looks to be what's happening now with a new Spanish-language drama that's winning over viewers and critics.

Netflix's New Show Continues To Make An Impact

It's #1 In 13 Countries

cast of The Eternaut includes Ricardo Darín, Carla Peterson, César Troncoso, Andrea Pietra, Ariel Staltari, Marcelo Subiotto, Mora Fisz, Claudio Martínez Bel, and Orianna Cárdena.

DID YOU KNOW: The Eternaut has a 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

The sci-fi series is making its mark on Netflix on the Global Top 10 charts for the week of April 28 to May 4. The comic book adaptation dominated the non-English shows, with data revealing that The Eternaut was the most-viewed title in its category, gathering 10.8 million views and 58.3 hours viewed. The series was in the Top 10 in 13 countries and the Top 10 in 87 countries, including the U.S., Canada, and its home country of Argentina. The strong performance has already led to a quick renewal for The Eternaut season 2, just days after its debut.

Our Take On The Eternaut's Success

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A speedy renewal, with just days between the release and the announcement, is not that common for a streaming service that likes to take its time before any major announcements. But it just speaks to the confidence in the show's next chapter, coming in the wake of the thrilling ending to The Eternaut.

Source: Netflix