Norwegian Disaster Series 'La Palma' Tops Netflix Despite Divisive Reviews

The fictional miniseries draws inspiration from the 2021 Cumbre Vieja volcanic eruption but faces criticism for its over-the-top storytelling.

'La Palma,' a Norwegian limited series, is currently Netflix's most-watched show, climbing to the top of the platform's charts within a week of its release.
The show follows a family on vacation and scientists attempting to warn of a volcanic eruption, drawing loose inspiration from the 2021 Cumbre Vieja eruption on the Canary Island of La Palma.
Critical reception has been polarized, with some viewers praising its visuals and moral dilemmas while others criticize it as unrealistic and poorly executed.
The series is not based on a true story, though it incorporates elements of real-life volcanic disaster scenarios and theories, including a debunked hypothesis about a potential mega-tsunami.
While no plans for a second season have been announced, speculation suggests a potential anthology format exploring other natural disaster scenarios could be a future direction.