Netflix's German sci-fi thriller Dark has viewers so gripped that many admit to watching all 26 episodes over and over again. The series, which aired across three seasons from 2017 to 2020, continues to attract new audiences and has been hailed as a "masterpiece" by fans.
The show recently came to light on Reddit when a user searched for a quality series to binge. It wasn't long before several viewers brought up Dark, with many confessing they've found it hard to find anything else that matches its quality—perhaps explaining why so many have binged it repeatedly.
Fans Praise the Series as the Best Ever Created
The social media user asked: "Any good binge watch shows? Can be Netflix or non-Netflix?" It didn't take long for one particular title to emerge as the firm favourite, with several viewers declaring it utterly spectacular.
One person simply said: "Dark." To this, another replied: "The best show ever created. I've watched it from start to finish four times and realised I missed something every time. I'm probably going to watch it again because I just don't want it to be over."
A third noted: "Loved Dark." Meanwhile, in a separate thread, viewers were equally forthcoming with their glowing praise for the drama.
Viewers Call It a Masterpiece Worth Rewatching
Someone else wrote: "I'll say it one million times, but I wish I could experience this masterpiece like the first time I watched it." A different social media user offered: "I consider Dark the best series on Netflix. I've watched it countless times."
One more said: "Took a chance with this one. I don't regret it. Very intricate storytelling."
What Is the Plot of Dark?
For those unfamiliar with it, Dark is a German science-fiction mystery thriller television series, created by Baran bo Odar and Jantje Friese. It's been available on Netflix for some time, having aired across three seasons from 2017 to 2020. Despite this, audiences are still discovering it for the first time.
The narrative primarily tracks four families from the fictional German town of Winden, as they pursue the truth following a child's disappearance. Yet, as events unfold, they find themselves uncovering a disturbing time travel conspiracy stretching across multiple generations. Essentially, the series explores the existential consequences of time and its impact on human nature and existence.
With 26 episodes available to watch, many viewers insist it's thoroughly worth your time, though you'll likely need subtitles given it's a German production.
