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Netflix’s Untamed Tops Series Charts With Yosemite Wilderness Thriller

Netflix’s release of all episodes at once has leveraged Yosemite’s scenery to propel the wilderness thriller to the top of its series charts.

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Overview

  • Untamed launched on July 17 with all episodes available simultaneously, exemplifying Netflix’s binge-release model.
  • The series stars Eric Bana as Special Agent Kyle Turner and Lily Santiago as Ranger Naya Vasquez, who investigate a brutal death in the park.
  • Created by father-daughter writers Elle and Mark L. Smith, the multi-part thriller centers on the mysterious demise of a Jane Doe at El Capitan.
  • Although set against the backdrop of California’s Yosemite National Park, principal photography was conducted near Vancouver to capture expansive natural vistas.
  • Within hours of its premiere, Untamed secured the number one position in Netflix’s global series rankings and has drawn strong viewer ratings.