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Netflix’s ‘Sirens’ Concludes Debut Run to Critical Acclaim

Premiering its five episodes on May 22, the series immediately climbed to the top of Netflix’s Global Top 10 list.

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Julianne Moore gives an alluring performance in Sirens, now streaming on Netflix.
Milly Alcock wearing a grey ball gown standing in front of a large house and staring off into the distance in Sirens

Overview

  • All five episodes of Sirens premiered on Netflix on May 22, completing its initial limited series run.
  • The show amassed 16.7 million views and 72.9 million viewing hours in its first week, landing at No. 1 on Netflix’s Global Top 10.
  • Critics highlighted the series’ blend of dark comedy and drama, its exploration of power, class and trauma, and its tonal shifts between satire and serious character work.
  • Lead performances by Milly Alcock, Julianne Moore and Meghann Fahy drew widespread acclaim for their depth, chemistry and nuanced portrayals.
  • Although creator Molly Smith Metzler has expressed interest in continuing the story, Netflix has not announced a renewal and the series’ future remains undecided.