Netflix viewers are captivated by a new crime thriller series that has been trending since its release earlier this month. The show, titled Legends, is a six-part limited series inspired by real events, and fans are calling it a 'masterpiece' and the best show they have watched in ages.
What Is 'Legends' About?
Set in early 1990s Britain, Legends follows a team of customs officers who are ordered to go undercover to infiltrate drug gangs. The officers must adopt false identities, placing them under massive mental strain. The series is described as a gripping thriller that leaves viewers feeling 'really tense'.
The official Netflix synopsis reads: 'As drugs flood the streets of '90s Britain, a team of civil servants is thrust undercover to topple the gangs behind it. Inspired by an untold true story.'
Critical Acclaim and Viewer Reactions
On IMDb, Legends boasts an impressive rating of 7.9 out of 10 from nearly 2,000 reviews. TikTok user Luke Ecclestone, known as Eccy Reviews, praised the series, saying: 'This is your next binge and it's a gripping thriller based on a true story.'
Viewers have taken to social media to share their enthusiasm. One user commented: 'Took me by surprise this one, Steve Coogan in a serious role and he nails it.' Another confessed: 'I got hooked on this yesterday. Is it bad to say I watched the whole lot in one day?' A third fan gushed: 'Started bingeing that last night, 10/10. Best show I've watched in ages.'
Cast and Production
The drama is created by Neil Forsyth and features Tom Burke as Guy, Steve Coogan as Don, and Hayley Squires as Kate. The title card notes: 'The following is inspired by real events. Some elements have been created for dramatic purposes and to protect those involved.'
Another on-screen text reveals: 'In the 1990s, undercover Investigators from Her Majesty's Customs helped British law enforcement seize more than 12 tonnes of heroin with a street value of over one billion pounds. They did so with a fraction of the training and resources of their international counterparts and with the public largely unaware of their work. Until now.'
One TikTok user noted the historical context: 'I'm on episode four and it's brilliant! Actually a true story too, it's crazy. The 90s was my era and there definitely was a big drug problem in the UK. Definitely worth watching.'
With its compelling storyline and strong performances, Legends is quickly becoming a must-watch for crime drama enthusiasts on Netflix.
