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Early Viewership Questions Shadow Netflix's 'El Refugio Atómico' Despite Chart Gains

Early third-party figures of 3.7 million views have prompted scrutiny of its staying power.

Overview

  • The high-budget Spanish sci‑fi thriller from Álex Pina and Esther Martínez Lobato premiered on Netflix on September 19, 2025.
  • FlixPatrol-cited data report about 3.7 million views in the first three days, trailing recent Spanish launches such as 'Berlín' noted at 11.3 million.
  • Despite the modest start, outlets say the series has reached daily Top 1 positions in several countries and topped charts in roughly three dozen markets.
  • Coverage spotlights a mixed SpanishArgentine ensemble led by Miren Ibarguren, Joaquín Furriel, Natalia Verbeke and rising talents including Pau Simón, whose role required intensive physical training.
  • Reports in Valencia highlight visual parallels between the show's lake‑access tower and the Tous reservoir, though any direct production tie remains unconfirmed.