If you’re looking for a binge-worthy show to keep you up all night, Netflix’s latest crime thriller, The Waterfront, might just be the perfect pick. Premiering last week, this gripping series has already taken the streaming platform by storm.
Viewers are raving about the show, calling it ‘intense, intriguing, and fast-paced,’ with many already demanding a second season. Some fans have even gone as far as binge-watching all eight episodes in a single sitting.
One viewer on X (formerly Twitter) expressed their excitement: “Halfway through and all I can say is Netflix better be getting season 2 made!” Others have labeled it a “10/10” show, with glowing reviews pouring in from fans who are hooked from the first episode.
Created by Kevin Williamson, known for his work on Dawson’s Creek, The Waterfront stars Holt McCallany of Mindhunter and Melissa Benoist from Supergirl. The series centers around a fictional fishing family in North Carolina, the Buckleys, as they navigate treacherous waters to keep their failing business afloat.
With a cast that also includes Maria Bello, Jake Weary, and Danielle Campbell, The Waterfront has quickly become a fan favorite, with viewers praising both the intense storyline and the exceptional performances.
“Binged the whole show in record time… absolutely brilliant!” one viewer wrote on the Netflix Bangers Facebook page. Others shared similar sentiments, calling it “graphic, horrific, but very realistic about family,” and “awesome, binge-watched.”
People are binge-watching The Waterfront in a single day. Credit: Netflix
However, not everyone is convinced. Critics like Lucy Mangan of The Guardian have labeled the show “escapist summer nonsense,” though it’s clear that The Waterfront has a dedicated fanbase.
The show has been a global hit, making its way into the top ten in 90 countries, including hitting number one in nearly 40 of them, including the U.S. Within just a few days of its release, The Waterfront garnered 8.3 million views, according to Deadline.
Fans are already eagerly anticipating what comes next for the Buckleys, as the show continues to climb the ranks of Netflix’s most-watched titles.
If you’re ready for a thrilling ride, check out the The Waterfront trailer below and see what all the fuss is about.
