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Netflix's 'Sirens' Debuts to Positive Reviews Highlighting Performances and Satire

The five-episode series, led by Julianne Moore, Meghann Fahy, and Milly Alcock, explores wealth, power, and sisterhood with dark humor.

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Overview

  • All five episodes of 'Sirens,' created by Molly Smith Metzler and adapted from her play 'Elemeno Pea,' are now streaming on Netflix as of May 22, 2025.
  • The show features standout performances by Julianne Moore as enigmatic socialite Michaela Kell, Meghann Fahy as Devon DeWitt, and Milly Alcock as her sister Simone.
  • Set on a New England island estate, the series blends satire and drama, tackling themes of class, privilege, and the complex bond between sisters.
  • Critics praise the performances and the show's unique tone, though some note uneven shifts between its satirical elements and emotional depth.
  • Positioned as Netflix's answer to 'The White Lotus,' 'Sirens' delivers a mix of humor, intrigue, and social commentary in a tightly packed narrative.