Viewers are calling it a 'hidden gem' and a must-watch for fans of Breaking Bad. The Brothers Sun, an action comedy drama on Netflix, combines Taiwanese criminal underworld with western suburban life, contrasting traditions with US immigrant experiences.
Star-Studded Cast and Plot
Released in January 2024, the series stars Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh as the mother of the Sun brothers, alongside Justin Chien as Charles Sun and Sam Song Li as Bruce Sun. The eight-part series follows Bruce, an average Californian, whose brother Charles arrives from Taipei after a failed assassination attempt on their crime boss father. Bruce learns about his family's gangster past and the reason his mother kept him hidden.
Critical Acclaim and Fan Reactions
A Rotten Tomatoes review praises the series: "As a big martial arts and action movie fan I absolutely loved this series. It has a phenomenal soundtrack, creative characters, and a plot line that keeps you guessing, which is rare." Fans echo this, with one calling it an "immaculate TV series" with a "great plot" and dark humour.
Cancellation Despite Popularity
Despite the praise, Netflix cancelled the show in March 2024, just two months after its debut, citing insufficient success. Fans remain disappointed, with one viewer saying, "This was a total hidden gem. The best series I have seen in a long while... Netflix you are nuts to cancel this." All eight episodes are streaming now on Netflix.
