Overview
- All eight episodes became available on Netflix in the United States on January 7 after first premiering as a Hulu original on February 15, 2016.
- The series quickly appeared high on Netflix’s U.S. most-watched chart, reaching No. 3 shortly after arrival according to Tom’s Guide.
- Developed for television by Bridget Carpenter, the adaptation lists J. J. Abrams, Stephen King, Carpenter and Bryan Burk as executive producers.
- James Franco leads the cast as teacher Jake Epping, alongside Chris Cooper, Sarah Gadon and Daniel Webber.
- Reviews remain strong, with Rotten Tomatoes showing 83% from critics and 88% from audiences, and outlets recommending it as a satisfying, self-contained binge.