Netflix Sci-Fi Series with Top RT Score Announces Release Date Update
Netflix’s Argentine adaptation of a classic comic is moving forward in development. The streamer’s sci-fi series won major acclaim and is now preparing a larger second season.
Production update
Francisco Ramos, Netflix’s Vice President of Content for Latin America, provided the latest update to Filmogaz.com. He said Season 2 is in advanced development and that early work is focused on visual-effects conceptualization.
Ramos added that principal photography has not yet begun. He described the new season as significantly bigger in budget and scope than Season 1.
Scheduling and expectations
Ramos said the team hopes to reach Netflix by 2027. He cautioned that this is a target and not a firm promise.
The showrunner also signaled plans that could extend into a third season. The goal is to deliver on Season 2’s expectations while keeping future options open.
What is already underway
Technical and VFX work is currently the priority. The production is planning elaborate sequences that require extended prep time.
Background and reception
The series adapts the comic by Héctor Germán Oesterheld and Francisco Solano López. Bruno Stagnaro created and directed the live-action version.
The six-episode first season premiered on April 30, 2025. It earned a 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes and quickly became a streaming hit.
Cast and creative team
- Lead actor: Ricardo Darín as Juan Salvo.
- Creator/Director: Bruno Stagnaro.
- Writers: Ariel Staltari, Bruno Stagnaro, Gabriel Stagnaro, Dante Mastropierro.
- Additional crew credits include maquinista Jorge Sesán.
Storyline recap
The plot begins with a lethal snowstorm that devastates populations. Survivors soon learn the storm is only the first attack in a larger invasion.
The narrative expands beyond simple survival into a broader conflict. Season 2 promises a more ambitious scale and new threats.
Industry context
The show was often compared to other prestige adaptations when it debuted. Its near-perfect Rotten Tomatoes rating helped secure a renewal in May.
As fans await a firm release window, this Netflix sci-fi series continues to generate strong interest. The streamer’s top RT score and the recent release date update have increased anticipation.
