Netflix's crime thriller Legends, which dramatises true events from the early 1990s, has earned universal acclaim from viewers who praise its authentic storyline. With fresh episodes on the way, the series is now ideal for a marathon viewing session.
Launched in May 2026, Legends is written and directed by Neil Forsyth and rooted in actual events. It centres on British customs investigators who went undercover in the narcotics world, operating with minimal support and funding from police authorities.
True Story of Undercover Customs Officers
During the early 1990s, Her Majesty's Customs and Excise was struggling to combat drug trafficking across British borders, prompting the creation of a classified operation. A select group of customs officers were assigned completely new identities and tasked with penetrating the most perilous drug gangs.
The ensemble cast features Tom Burke, Steve Coogan, Hayley Squires, and Aml Ameen. In August 2026, the show secured renewal for a second series, leaving fans hooked.
Fan Reviews Praise Authenticity
One viewer posted on Rotten Tomatoes: "This is actually exceptionally good and feels very different. Many of us know the British crime drime dramas, especially crime dramas on Netflix, look exactly the same. However, this script wastes no time and gets your mind immediately intrigued without blowing past the parts you need to know."
Each character possesses their own personal reasons driving their commitment to addressing Britain's substantial drugs problem, and these narratives help power the series. One character, for instance, is a Northern woman who has seen first-hand the destruction drugs have wreaked on her own community back home. The task proves far from simple, however, as many find themselves completely out of their depth and must remain vigilant about maintaining their cover.
Second Series Confirmed
Another review states: "The characters were fantastic, and watching them individually find their own character was interesting. Everything from the music, the style of dress and the overall attitude brought me back to the late 80s and early 90s."
Highlighting the performances, one fan said: "The acting is largely excellent - especially an outstanding performance by Gerald Kydd as Milonas. Extremely watchable and binge-worthy. Hooked from the first episode."
A second series has been confirmed, though an official release date hasn't been revealed yet, with filming scheduled to commence in 2027. For now, all six episodes of Legends are available to stream exclusively on Netflix.
